My Story

Hello! My full name is Juana Alicia Garcia Mejia, and I am so excited to greet you through this letter. I am 14 years old and fortunately, I am a healthy girl. I love playing with my dolls when I gather with my best friend, Aurelia. We have been good friends for a long time. I am in sixth grade this year. I live under the care of my grandmother, Juana Morente. She is my relative on my father’s side. My father traveled to the United States many years ago. He used to be in touch and help us economically, but he stopped after a while. The one who supports our family is my mother. She traveled to the United States about one year ago. She does her best to communicate with us twice a week. She told me that she works in the cleaning area for a restaurant. When she traveled, I was devastated. However, God comforted me with his grace and love.

My grandmother and I attend a Christian Church called King of the Centuries. Our favorite activity at church is the anniversary. I like my church because I can learn more about Jesus, my Savior. I appreciate my grandmother so much because she takes care of me. Fortunately, her health condition is stable thanks to the medicines she takes to control the diabetes. Thank you so much for reading my information! My grandmother and I were glad to share it with LW, so you could hear about my news for 2025. 

Huge hugs,

Juana Alicia Garcia Mejia

Translated by: Hillary Popol, AAC Secretary / Antigua Guatemala