She was born circa 1771, and was baptized 12 Apr 1771. Her father was Juan Cristostomo Salinas, and her mother was Maria Josefa Ramos. Her father owned Porción 71, Mier. In 1782, she lived in Mier in household number 31. The church census recorded that she was a child, española, and 11 years old. Her household included 7 people. In 1791, she lived in Mier in household number 37. The church census recorded that she was an unmarried girl, española, and 21 years old. Her household included 5 people.