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A Cuban in Ciego de Ávila showed an act of kindness towards two children who sell guavas on the streets to help their mother.
Freelancer Guillermo Rodríguez Sánchez shared on his Facebook wall the encounter he had with the two young brothers who travel eight kilometers each day to sell their fruits to the community. They come from Carolina, a village located on the road to the municipality of Venezuela, eight kilometers south of the main town.
Moved by their situation, the man offered them a "sweet deal": he would pay them for all the guavas in a backpack and then give them back as a gift.
"Ah, what you don't know is how to do business," retorted the little one, laughing hysterically.
A worker at a dining establishment in the area invited them to sit down and served them two delicious sandwiches for free.
Rodríguez Sánchez kept his word; he bought all the guavas, gave them the money, and handed the fruit back to them.
The children were in a hurry to catch a ride back home before dark. They told me that they help their mother after going to school in the morning and that they live alone with her.
"I ask them to grab a backpack, and indeed, I find that they are incredibly heavy, even after having been selling fruit for hours," noted the journalist.
He suggested meeting again in seven days at an agreed place and time to give them some clothes and other supplies he could gather, "some candies that they might have never tried or that he hasn't tasted in years, and to negotiate once more while allowing me some advantages with guavas." He also asked his friends to contribute something.
"We can bring about a bit of happiness in a girl and a boy who, if you've seen them around, you know radiate joy even while working outside the bounds of what chronological logic suggests," he emphasized.
"And you... what were you doing at that age? Because I was always playing in the afternoons. How times have changed..." he lamented.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kindness and Solidarity in Cuba
What is the story behind the Cuban who bought guavas from the children in Ciego de Ávila?
A Cuban in Ciego de Ávila demonstrated a kind gesture by purchasing all the guavas that two children were selling to help their mother, and then he returned them to the children as a gift. These kids travel daily from a nearby town to sell fruit and support their family financially. The man's act of generosity also included promises of future assistance with clothing and treats for the children.
How is the economic crisis impacting the lives of children in Cuba?
The economic crisis in Cuba forces many children to work on the streets selling products such as guavas, candies, or tamales to help support their families. This situation reflects the lack of government support and the urgent need for measures that protect children and ensure better education and living conditions.
What solidarity actions are being taken in Cuba to help those in need?
In Cuba, citizens and activists are engaging in solidarity actions such as donating money, food, and essential items to assist those in need. These initiatives aim to alleviate economic hardships and improve the quality of life for vulnerable families. Examples include purchasing homes for people in extreme poverty and providing support to children working on the streets.
How does the Cuban government respond to the issue of child labor?
Although the Cuban government prohibits child labor, the lack of effective economic support for vulnerable families perpetuates this issue. The regime has been criticized for not taking responsibility and allowing families to face these challenging circumstances alone.
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