We used to call him “Little Carlos,” but we can’t call him that anymore! Carlos has grown up to be a pleasant, hardworking, respectful young man.

The first time we saw Carlos and his mother was when we were in our first old “rented” orphanage. We were so poor and could hardly afford anything! Carlos’ mother, Jan, came to our gate asking for food for her and her child. She said they had been sleeping on cardboard in the streets, anywhere they could. She only asked for food. She came each day, until one day, we just decided to give her a job and take her and her son in to live with us.

Carlos has finished school. One day, we noticed that he was learning to drive the front-end loader, back-hoe, etc. from our mechanic, Joker (a Dominican). Carlos learned quickly. He is a wonderful and safe driver! He and his brother, George, can handle all the big equipment!!

Carlos has worked hard under Pastor Mark, clearing land for our projects, etc. A couple of months ago, he broke his leg and was in a cast for a long time. But he is doing much better now! Carlos is a “big brother” to all our kids! We all love him!

Sherry