Maritza: Lead With Your Heart

More Than Prayers

The next day at breakfast, Maritza shares what’s going on with her parents. She explains how she donated her money to the family, and wants to do more to help them. As her abuelo pointed out, that family will need more than just prayers. Although Maritza’s folks agree with her, they all agree to say a prayer anyway.

That weekend, Maritza and her father are busy coaching the younger girls’ team, the DC Azules. After the game, Violeta casually brings up that her uncle taught her and Mia how to play soccer. Maritza pushes her a little bit, trying to get Violeta to open up. She doesn’t take the bait, and ends up ending the conversation and going home. Maritza’s father reminds her that Violeta probably needs more time, and that most importantly, all she needs right now is a friend.