My Story

Hello! I greet you cordially and I wish you many successes in your daily activities. I want to share with you a little about my family and me. My name is Emeli Erlinda Jimon Barrera and I am 8 years old. I want to let you know that we are attending the Charismatic Group every Tuesday. Fortunately, my family and I have faith in our salvation in Christ. My mother`s name is Catalina Barrera Gomez. She is 35 years old. Currently, she continues doing chores at home and raising hens and pigs to sell and get some income. My father`s name is Domingo Jimon Rodriguez. He is 39 years old. Nowadays, he travels to the Guatemala City market and works by carrying heavy packages for others. We grow corn and black beans for the family`s consumption. As a humble family, our current needs are groceries, corn, and clothes. By the grace of God, my family and I are in good health.

This year I am in 2^nd grade at school. I am receiving face-to-face classes every day. I love this study method because I learn a lot. My parents strive to support my brother and me at school. Nowadays, school fees are expensive, and sometimes it is difficult to cover all expenses due to a lack of a stable job. In the future, I want to become a maid. My native language is the Quiche Mayan dialect, but I would like to learn English; I think this is an interesting language around the world. I enjoy celebrating Christmas by spending time with my family. I like soft drinks. Among sports, I prefer soccer. I want to let you know that I like to celebrate my birthday with a special lunch prepared by my mom. My family and I are so grateful to Living Water because we have been blessed with meals, medical and dental, and spiritual support. I want to say thank you for the Christmas gift that I receive at year´s end. Many blessings to you!

Warm wishes,

Emeli Erlinda Jimon Barrera

Translated by:  Gladys Chavez/ A-A-C Secretary