This is Jose G from Mexico (the G is a middle initial ... I sponsor two gentlemen named Jose). He is 13. Like Paola and Brayan (both also from Mexico), his shirt is inside out in his most recent annual photo. I initially thought it was teenage rebellion, or the CI rep’s response to something inappropriate on Jose’s shirt. But, now that I know he’s part of a trend I think maybe it’s Mexico’s latest fashion? (some day maybe I’ll ask the google group if anyone knows the real reason ... in the mean time it’s an interesting thing to ponder).
Even though Jose is in his teens he still has not started writing his own letters. I think this is partly due to illness and partly due to starting school late. The last couple letters have all mentioned that Jose is doing well, and I am glad to hear that.
The most recent letter, written by his mother, reads:
“Jose is very happy to receive your letter and know that you care about him and think of him and his siblings. We hope that you have a wonderful Christmas together. Jose is very happy because Christmas is very close and all the family gathers together. We’re looking forward to receiving another letter. Next time, hopefully, Jose will be able to answer the letter himself. Thanks a lot for remembering your sponsored child.”
Even though Jose is in his teens he still has not started writing his own letters. I think this is partly due to illness and partly due to starting school late. The last couple letters have all mentioned that Jose is doing well, and I am glad to hear that.
The most recent letter, written by his mother, reads:
“Jose is very happy to receive your letter and know that you care about him and think of him and his siblings. We hope that you have a wonderful Christmas together. Jose is very happy because Christmas is very close and all the family gathers together. We’re looking forward to receiving another letter. Next time, hopefully, Jose will be able to answer the letter himself. Thanks a lot for remembering your sponsored child.”
