My Story

Hello! It is such a big blessing to write this letter and share a little bit about my life with you. My full name is Erik Daniel de la Cruz de la Cruz, and I turned 10 years old in November. I am grateful to God for being with me always. He comforted me when I found out that I did not pass first grade last year. I did not want to continue studying, but my family encouraged me not to give up. I am in first grade again, and I am doing my best not to fail this year. I am pleased to share that my whole family and I are healthy. My father works as a farmer and a day laborer, while my mother keeps busy taking care of my siblings and me. My parents taught me that Jesus is my Savior and I can trust Him.

We attend the Catholic Charismatic Renewal Church. We enjoy getting involved in the anniversary of my church. I want to share that I identify with one of my uncles because our temperaments are similar. He is kind and loving, so I appreciate him. To end this letter, let me tell you that I made a good friend a few years ago. His name is Balvino, and he loves playing soccer as I do. See you later!

Strong hugs,

Erik Daniel de la Cruz de la Cruz

Translated by: Hillary Popol, AAC Secretary / Guatemala