Francisca Verónica Samol Xicay

Meet Francisca Verónica Samol Xicay who is a beautiful little girl from Guatemala. She is 9 years old and in the 4th grade.

Many of you know about my involvement with The Rose Education Foundation and the big part it has had in my life and in the life of my family. We have been involved with this foundation from day 1 and have been very blessed to be a part of it. I recently received an email from a woman and friend who works full time in our Patzicia School. She shared with me the story of this young girl and her family and I must say it touched me. She wrote:

"In October Francisca's sister was kidnapped and killed. It was amazing to see the response of the community here to this family who live in a tiny house with nothing to their name. It is obvious to see that the family is loved and respected. Everyone turned out to the Stake Center to offer their love. The family had no anger, they just wanted to concentrate on keeping together and expressing their love."

There are so many people not just in Guatemala, but all over the world who are less fortunate then we are. I wish I could help everyone but know that I can not as much as I would like to. I've decided to sponsor this little girl and with $50 a month, this sweet girl will be able to receive an excellent education, school supplies and a better chance in life.

I wish I had unlimited funds to help every single child. Francisca has 5 other siblings who would love to go to school as well. If anyone is interested in sponsoring a child, let me know. There are so many ways to help, and if $10 a month is all you can do....believe me it is something and will help so many little lives!