My Story

I am glad to say hello to you through this means. My name is Justin, and I hope my news find you keeping well. My family and I attend mass at the Catholic Church of our community on Fridays. We are sure the Almighty will take us to heaven when He decides to do it. My mother is 28 years old. She keeps busy at home with the chores and raises hens. She occasionally gets some income by preparing typical dishes for other people. My father is 33 years old. He drives a tuk-tuk to support our family. Besides that, he grows corn and beans for our consumption. Thankfully, we are doing well although we need groceries and firewood.

Now, I want you to know that I am in fourth grade. The face-to-face classes help me a lot because I learn more and better. I am doing my best at school because I would like to become a doctor when I am older. I also would like to learn how to speak English. Christmastime is the best for me because I receive lovely and helpful gifts at the feeding program. My favorite beverage is apple juice and I love soccer. My birthday will be in November. What I love the most is visiting nice places to celebrate with my family. Before ending this letter, I want you to know that a teacher of the LW evangelism team spoke with my mother to collect this information for you. He also encouraged her to continue growing spiritually. I want to use this time to tell you that LW blesses me with delicious lunches. It is a great help for us, so we are grateful to you for making this possible. See you later!

Cordiality yours,

Justin Bryan Garcia de la Cruz

Translated by: Hillary Popol / AAC Secretary / Antigua Guatemala