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26. Petronila Trochez

Petronila Trochez, a 47-year-old woman from the Caldas neighborhood, shares her life story, which involves overcoming numerous struggles. She recounts how she moved to Cali with little, leaving her daughter behind, and worked in various jobs to support her family. Through hard work and perseverance, she bought a piece of land, built a home for her mother and herself, and succeeded in small-scale business ventures like selling rice and flour. Despite facing health challenges and a traumatic robbery, Petronila remains deeply grateful for her blessings and values the power of faith. She highlights the transformation of her neighborhood, from basic housing to improved infrastructure, and emphasizes the importance of wisdom, understanding, and peace in building strong communities.

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