First Official Blog Post on Humanitarian Aid.
Day after day I look around my world and what is it that I see?
People hurting people.
William Blake wanted all men to envision "the Universal Brotherhood of Eden" a place where all people can feel at home.
Where is that present in our world today? Precious little space.
How sad it is that so many people are hurting and in need, starving for more than just food, but to be held in the arms of someone who loves and cares for them personally.
But how much sadder is it that there are over-privileged, yet blind people who refuse to reach out and help their neighbor?
One of my favorite children's book is 'Miss Rumphius,' a beautifully illustrated picture book by Barbara Cooney. In the story, little Alice is told by her grandfather that she, "must do something to make the world more beautiful." Throughout her life, she strives to accomplish this goal, finally discovering her own path.
While yes, it is a story for children at bedtime, the purpose goes much deeper than that. In truth it is an aspiration for everyone. My goal is that of bringing a better life to people, for what is more beautiful than the smile of a person whose soul has been satisfied?
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