My Story

Chixocol, where your child lives, is a very small village nestled in a mountain valley in the state of Quiche, Guatemala. Life in this state is very difficult and somewhat isolated from the outside world. Most families live in one-room adobe houses with dirt floors and a small attached kitchen. The extremely poor live in houses made of corn stalks. In the past few years electricity and water have become available to most people in the area - however, indoor plumbing is very rare. Most of the families are farmers or shepherds and live off the fruits of their labors. Public education is available for those who can afford it and consider it of value.  Life in Quiche is always a challenge.

Hello, I am happy to share a little about my life through this letter. First, I want to thank you for taking the time to read my information. This is Alexa Hernandez Nix. I was born in August 21, 2016, so I am 9 years old now. I am a third grade student. In my spare time, I enjoy playing soccer. My favorite color is red and I like cats. I love to eat fried chicken. My father is Hector Hernandez Gonzales, and he earns a living working making artisanal wells. My mother stays at home looking after our family and she also weaves typical items to sell in order to earn extra money. My family attends an Adventist Church. Thanks to God, we are in good health.

My paternal grandparents share their house with us. There are four rooms and a separate kitchen made of adobe, tin sheet roof and concrete floor. We have well water and electricity. My parents pay these services. We have cows at home. Our greatest need is groceries. I walk from home to the feeding program in about 30 minutes. It is all for now! I send you a strong hug sincerely. May God bless you always!

Warm regards,

Alexa Hernandez Nix

Translated by: Lucia Gravez/AAC Secretary