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Why I'm using HandUp for my basic needs.

I am going to be using these tools working in construction. I have been working for 11 years in construction. At current position, we are allowed to do various constructions company. We have worked on various work projects including building fence, installing window, painting and building kitchen cabinets. We work in teams of three to ensure the best outcome for our clients. It is necessary to bring the right tools for the job to work efficiently.

About me.

I am of Brazilian and Salvadorian heritage and I have been living in the Bay Area for the past 13 years. I am 30 years old and currently work as a construction worker. I have a son who is my window to the future and dream come true. Since being a single dad I have taken on a collage of roles including being a mother, father, babysitter, coach, teacher, and at times, a doctor/dentist. I try to teach my son the right things so that he will grow up to be a good person in the future. When I'm with my son I give him 100% of my attention, and on most weekends we can't be separated from each other.

My backstory.

Thanks to God, we are now in a very stable situation. Before finding stable housing, my son and I were being threaten by the mother's family. Due to these circumstance, my son and I had to relocate to a place where her family could not find us. It took almost 2 years, but I am very happy to say that my son and I have found a place to call home here in the Bay Area. I can finally provide a space for my son, where he can feel comfortable and be able to keep his toys, his pictures, and his paintings. I am also very proud to say that I am working full time. I have been a carpenter for almost 4 years now! I work every day, learning many different things each day to make houses look better - a grain of sand to make the Bay Area look even more beautiful. I love what I do and I love the speed at which I’m learning things!

My goals, moving forward.

I am looking to get help through HandUp because I am currently facing a situation at work. About a month and a half ago, after leaving work Friday, and going back to work on Monday, we came to find that someone broke in and stole all of my and my coworkers tools. It’s been very hard and difficult for me to work without those tools. We are slowly getting the most necessary tools in order to maintain my job, but there are a couple of tools that I’d still like to buy. They are very expensive and it’s very hard to purchase them at the same time that I am trying to maintain our home and buy food. I continue to work hard, and I really appreciate you all for understanding my situation and helping me reach this goal to get back on track.

For my personal goals, I would like to be able to provide my son with the finances to attend college. I would like to teach him what it means to be a good father. I want to show my son how to be a good person. I would like to provide my son with emotional and psychological support so that he can move on from what he witnessed in the past. In the future I would like to build a home and find a partner that accepts me and my son. I want a partner that can accept my son as her own. .

Other things I'd like to share about myself.

One of the happiest moments of my life was witnessing the birth of my son. I can't find the words to describe it, but it's an emotion so large. It was one of the few times that I cried out of happiness. Something else I'd like to share is our love of walking barefoot on the beach, drawing things in the sand, and understanding that it's not necessary to have money to share priceless moments together!

Most recently, I went to my son's pre school graduation and in that moment I realized that through all the struggle and setbacks my son will have a better life without a doubt. .

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