My Story

This is Yolanda Gregoria Us Guarcas, and I am writing this to update my 2023 information. First, I will tell you about my family. We are still members of Prince of Peace Church, and we attend the service on Monday and Wednesday. We are assured of our Salvation. We have hens and one cow at home. We grow corn and black beans, and they are for our consumption. We are a humble family, and our greatest need is groceries. My father’s name is Francisco. He is 44 years old, and he is in good health. He works as a farmer and day laborer to support the family. My mother’s name is Candelaria. She is 34 years old, and she is in good health too. She works hard at home and looks after our domestic animals.

Now let me tell you a little about myself. I am 15 years old, and I am healthy. I no longer attend school, so I keep working as a day laborer to help my family financially. I want to work in a grocery store when I am older. My favorite celebration is Christmas because we eat the traditional “tamales”. I enjoy my birthday because my family prays for my life on that special day. I prefer soccer as a sport, and I love drinking lemonade. I want to improve my Spanish since I speak Quiche dialect as my first language. Living Water is very important in my life, and I am grateful for all the support received. I close my letter wishing you the best.

With much love

Yolanda Gregoria Us Guarcas

Translated by: Loyda de Osorio/A-A-C Secretary, Antigua Guatemala