In awe I know it is the world that I should be in awe of. People who live in suffering that I cannnot imagine and they live anyway! They love and worship God and give thanks for their meager lot. Hoping that the next life will bring just a little less suffering. We all deserve it and so few of us have comforts and security. I saw poverty in China that had me grateful but I was merely a tourist. I did not descend into depths and give what I could. When a reporter asked Mother Theresa how she thought she was going to change the world all by herself, she smiled and said, "one person at a time." Is that enlightenment?
I know it is the world that I should be in awe of. Yet I am in awe of the two of you for going when you had a choice and giving even though it hurt. Thank you for bringing it back to me in your stories and your friendship. Let us comfort you and bring you back and we will all gain strength to continue what you have begun.
I love you both, janet
Americans should count their blessings Having lived and worked overseas, I know how truly blessed even the poorest American is. If more Americans travelled outside the US, maybe they would be more grateful for the smaller things in their lives: clean water, proper sewage, hot water for baths, inexpensive food. Just food for thought.
Life so different! Yes, I can try to see how difficult it is for a man in his quest for his life that you are observing. Women do seem to adapt easier to life no matter in what circumstances they are in. Thanks for sharing!
Love and miss both of you!
Proud of you both Love you both and wish you well on your journey for your global community service. Anxious to keep up with your experiences on your mission........Love you both! Janine
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In awe
I know it is the world that I should be in awe of. People who live in suffering that I cannnot imagine and they live anyway! They love and worship God and give thanks for their meager lot. Hoping that the next life will bring just a little less suffering. We all deserve it and so few of us have comforts and security. I saw poverty in China that had me grateful but I was merely a tourist. I did not descend into depths and give what I could. When a reporter asked Mother Theresa how she thought she was going to change the world all by herself, she smiled and said, "one person at a time." Is that enlightenment? I know it is the world that I should be in awe of. Yet I am in awe of the two of you for going when you had a choice and giving even though it hurt. Thank you for bringing it back to me in your stories and your friendship. Let us comfort you and bring you back and we will all gain strength to continue what you have begun. I love you both, janet