The "Madrina Letters" Part 3
The following letters are not real, but the facts are real. Names have been changed. Several young people who have known me since they were little ones call me "Madrina" - it is a term of endearment which means "Godmother." Dear Madrina, Our prayers were answered! I have work. I am very excited. I will start on Monday. I will care for a cancer patient in her home - two 24 hour shifts per week. It is a probationary job, but I feel really good about it because I am reminded of the care I gave my mother. My cousin will babysit for my son and I can pay her too. God bless you! Your Amiga __________ Dear Amiga, Congratulations! We are so happy for you! You have a gift for caring for people who are very ill. May God bless you as your new life begins! Your Madrina __________ Dear Madrina, I lost my job. I cared for the woman for three days. She died. Now the agency won't pay me because I did...