My Story

Edder is the youngest child of single mom, Eva. His older sister Emilia attends CDL’s Youth Program while Edder is at the Children’s Center. Their mother moved them to Primo Tapia just two years ago after leaving a difficult situation with their father. We first met Edder after there was a large fire in our town and he and his sister were home alone while his mom was at work. They navigated getting to safety on their own and our CDL staff met them at the shelter that was set up for families. We are so thankful to have met them that day, and that their house was spared in the fire. It has been a process for Edder to adapt to the routine of being at CDL as he had always been left home alone. But we believe God had a special purpose in having us meet them that day and inviting them to be a part of CDL. We pray that God would continue to show Edder His love and protection and that he would begin to heal from all he has lived.