In Daniel's story, Erika is twelve years old. This is the age Daniel recalls her being when he looks at a picture of her.
Erika's age of twelve marks a pivotal time in her life and her family's. Daniel, her brother, views her as a very pretty girl at this age. Shortly after this period, life dramatically changes for their family when they are forced to relocate into the Jewish ghetto in Lodz. Following this relocation, Erika, despite her young age, begins working at the sewing factory, highlighting the harsh realities and responsibilities placed upon her due to the circumstances.
