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The Ronald McDonald House

O f G a l v e s t o n

Ronald McDonald House

The Story of Erika

Stronger Than Fear

ricka lost both her life is different now because God has given me strength
hands in a tragic to continue being myself and making a difference in
E accident. This is life. I give thanks for this trip to get my prosthesis; my
her story in her own words goal is to write so many things with them. I am made
written with a pencil held to go forth with resilience, to overcome, to achieve, to
with her lips. She is a testa- rejoice and to be happy.
ment to the strength of the Erika
human spirit; an inspiration
to us all.
Wish List July 2019
Wish List July 2019
Wish List July 2019
“My family has always been • Paper plates • Bottled water
there, and they have been • Bowls • Chicken broth
aware of my well-being. • Copy paper • Fresh lemons, limes
When I needed anything, • Canned Tuna fish • Fresh fruit
they were there. My Mom • Mayonnaise • Vegetables
gets me ready every morn- • Popcorn
ing when I go to school,
and my Dad gives me moti-
vation to continue and never give up.
BENEFITTING

My life in Guatemala is very enjoyable because I play Ronald
with my brothers and cousins. We like to joke around
and go to places together. I give thanks to God and McDonald
to the fact that I can still write without my hands. My House
writing is not perfect because I am writing for the first of Galveston
time since the accident. At school, I have very good
grades; my friends help me and feed me during lunch. Volunteer opportunities await those who can share a few
I must also thank the people where I live in San Pedro hours of time or consider cooking a meal for the families or
Necto, they have supported me always.
a game of Bingo…always a popular pastime in the evenings.
Here in Galveston, at Shriners and at the Ronald Mc- Call the Ronald McDonald House of Galveston at
Donald house, I have met a lot of friends and I enjoy
all of them because we learn a lot from each other. My 409-762-8770.

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