My Story

Tunajá is a very primitive area of the state of Quiché, Guatemala.  The inhabitants are Quiché Indians who trace their ancestral roots to the ancient Mayan civilization.  The prevalent language is the Indian dialect - Quiché.  The people are either farmers or shepherds and live off the fruits of their labors.  Very little money ever changes hands as they use a barter system.  Public education is available - however, most families cannot afford it.  Electricity and running water are not available in most of the area.  Life in Tunajá is extremely difficult.

Hello, I am glad to greet you by this means. I would like to start by telling you about me. My name is Yeni Leticia Cux Pablo. I was born on December 20, 2020, in Zacualpa Quiche. I am 5 years old. I am not enrolled at school yet. I spend my time at home, and I enjoy watching television and playing with dolls. My favorite food is fried chicken. My health is good thanks to God. I like pink and rabbits. I have one brother and 4 sisters. My sister-in-law takes me to the feeding program by walking. My house is 20 minutes away from the program.

I live in a humble house made of adobe, tin sheet roof and cemented floor. It belongs to my father. The house has two rooms plus the kitchen. There is an artisanal well where we get water. We have electricity that my father pays monthly. Our domestic animals are chickens, one dog and one cat. Some of our greatest needs are food, clothes, shoes and corn.

My parents are Adan Cux Garcia and Maria Catalina Pablo Subulluj. My father is a farmer and a day laborer while my mother is a housewife. Besides that, she helps financially by raising chickens to sell. We are grateful that they are both healthy. As a family, we are currently attending the Church of Christ. Well, I have to say goodbye for now. It was nice to share this with you. I send many kisses and hugs.

With much love,

Yeni Leticia Cux Pablo

Translated by: Mireya de Sandoval, AAC Secretary / Antigua