Hello! My full name is Hector De La Cruz Canil, and it is a pleasure to greet you through this new letter. I hope you are doing well. I am grateful to God for giving me wisdom and ability at work. I am 13 years old and I dedicate myself to helping my father make tiles. Last year, I finished elementary school. I am no longer studying because my parents lack the resources to support my education. Even though my father and I do not earn much money making tiles, I am glad because we can put a little food on our table. I identify with my father because he is a hardworking man. 

After work, I like playing with my siblings. Thankfully, my whole family and I are not sick. My mom takes care of my youngest siblings and contributes to the expenses at home by embroidering and selling napkins. We attend the Full Gospel Christian Church. There are engaging services at church, but our favorite one is Thanksgiving. It is time to say goodbye, but I want you to know that my mom and I gave all this information to LW just to let you know about my life. I send you many hugs. I hope to hear from you soon.  

Sincerely yours,  

Hector De La Cruz Canil 

Translated by: Hillary Popol, AAC Secretary / Antigua Guatemala