tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7310317081887553860.post5062618660039455919..comments2024-03-26T08:41:43.172-04:00Comments on A Breath of Fresh Air: A girl named Marie............Maryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11915239653283205065noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7310317081887553860.post-89699866646287149382010-07-04T19:06:52.029-04:002010-07-04T19:06:52.029-04:00AAAAAAAAAAAAh the memories!AAAAAAAAAAAAh the memories!Blackpool Rockshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09927040990694595152noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7310317081887553860.post-91556414856039447882010-06-29T05:18:00.137-04:002010-06-29T05:18:00.137-04:00This didn't come as such a surprise to me as i...This didn't come as such a surprise to me as it perhaps has to some people, my son and his wife help regularly at a clinic near White River in Mpumalanga and I've seen for myself the shanty towns where many of the African people live. The children are a delight though, always happy and full of smiles. I have some lovely photos of my granddaughter playing with them, she goes to the clinic too and loves her visits.Rowanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13679130612798888266noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7310317081887553860.post-7798531487674690802010-06-22T10:03:33.322-04:002010-06-22T10:03:33.322-04:00Mary, I have tears in my eyes just reading these w...Mary, I have tears in my eyes just reading these words. We take so much for granted in our daily lives.Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01873375271470225199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7310317081887553860.post-32095003193263295522010-06-22T05:59:28.001-04:002010-06-22T05:59:28.001-04:00I had the same experience in India. Such poverty b...I had the same experience in India. Such poverty but the people seemed happy.Lindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07041872314763651462noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7310317081887553860.post-16461411340831386492010-06-21T23:03:50.103-04:002010-06-21T23:03:50.103-04:00Mary, I have finally caught up on all your Africa ...Mary, I have finally caught up on all your Africa posts, and I thank you for such an up close and personal view of your beautiful trip. And now the sensitivity of this last post -- thank you for your caring heart, as well. We all do what little bit we can do to "divvy up" the abundance in which we live!Annhttp://www.onewildandpreciouslife.typepad.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7310317081887553860.post-82901995646308616722010-06-21T19:33:18.274-04:002010-06-21T19:33:18.274-04:00The children would certainly touch my heart also. ...The children would certainly touch my heart also. Thanks for your caring.<br /><br />The sight on the waterfalls is spectacular. I would only wish the children could see this beauty from such a special place.Marilyn Millerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13115440271615593122noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7310317081887553860.post-53645936052135263402010-06-21T16:05:18.073-04:002010-06-21T16:05:18.073-04:00My first, but not last, visit to your blog. I lov...My first, but not last, visit to your blog. I love your photos - especially those of the children. How lucky you are to have had this opportunitymartiehttp://so-many-roads.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7310317081887553860.post-9320580295076598022010-06-21T15:03:57.855-04:002010-06-21T15:03:57.855-04:00Even in our troubled days, we are so incredibly bl...Even in our troubled days, we are so incredibly blessed. We must continue to share our blessings and try to make life better for others.<br /><br />Thank you, dear Mary.Beverlyhttp://howsweetthesound.typepad.com/my_weblog/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7310317081887553860.post-71470918739148308512010-06-21T08:08:34.931-04:002010-06-21T08:08:34.931-04:00It hurts when such needs are surrounded by such be...It hurts when such needs are surrounded by such beauty.....Graciehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17676590312211351910noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7310317081887553860.post-88418582762536644842010-06-21T07:05:32.828-04:002010-06-21T07:05:32.828-04:00Mary,
I have enjoyed every single post you have ma...Mary,<br />I have enjoyed every single post you have made about your wonderful trip. I am sure it must be hard what to choose to post and write about, but you are doing a fantastic job...I feel like I have been there with you. Thanks for all your sharing.Donnahttp://dobco.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7310317081887553860.post-59279172484259899872010-06-20T22:14:46.606-04:002010-06-20T22:14:46.606-04:00Thank you, Mary. Is there anything I can contrib...Thank you, Mary. Is there anything I can contribute? I'll be home from Roanoke on Wednesday. Please let me know. <br /><br />xoxo<br />DeborahDeborah aka Miss Beehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11333710343286697009noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7310317081887553860.post-83397386278605870692010-06-20T21:32:10.486-04:002010-06-20T21:32:10.486-04:00Oh, Mary. Thank you for the reminder to everyone ...Oh, Mary. Thank you for the reminder to everyone of the children who live in places such as this. Our prayers should always include them. The contrast of the village and the hotel serves as a reminder of how fortunate we are and how many people are in need in this world. May we never forget that fact. God Bless! CarlaSouthern Ladyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13732279575596442033noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7310317081887553860.post-62305253218243798542010-06-20T19:41:43.178-04:002010-06-20T19:41:43.178-04:00This post is such an important one, Mary. Thank yo...This post is such an important one, Mary. Thank you for sharing your thoughts about this. We can all help, can't we?<br /><br />xo<br />ClaudiaClaudiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16691249261693845371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7310317081887553860.post-88396478220660123772010-06-20T18:58:03.580-04:002010-06-20T18:58:03.580-04:00Mary, what stunning photographs! I started reading...Mary, what stunning photographs! I started reading your post and had to read it again, what a wonderful post, so heartfelt. I can't even imagine seeing those children, you are an incredible woman with such a caring spirit.<br /><br />I am so happy I found your blog.<br /><br />NancyNancy's Noteshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06581544104958017280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7310317081887553860.post-38085740890178227172010-06-20T18:28:07.453-04:002010-06-20T18:28:07.453-04:00The photos of the sunset are amazing, but then see...The photos of the sunset are amazing, but then seeing the children and the women with such hardship in their lives, that is truly sad. It should make all of us realize quite a few things about ourselves and others.<br />I for one say that was a good post, and I'm sure that Marie and the others felt that all of you are caring people.<br />Take Care,<br />Ulrike*Ulrike*https://www.blogger.com/profile/15640965012612927392noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7310317081887553860.post-73125098229132363542010-06-20T15:00:37.587-04:002010-06-20T15:00:37.587-04:00Thank you for your wonderful African pictures, but...Thank you for your wonderful African pictures, but most especially this post. As I sit here with tears in my eyes, I'm glad you wrote so personally about this part of Africa and how it has affected you. Making positive changes starts one donation box at a time. We have such collective wealth and energy to share - and many opportunities and organizations to allow us to do so. I hope your posts serves to spur many more of us into action. Hugs, CathyCathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05765115495938525371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7310317081887553860.post-65269591452244892442010-06-20T14:21:41.934-04:002010-06-20T14:21:41.934-04:00Your delight in adventure and ability to travel an...Your delight in adventure and ability to travel and experience such amazing wonders of the world are indeed a huge contrast to the life of the locals. We are truly fortunate and we need to be mindful and grateful at all times. You are a super dear to think of Marie and others and to send boxes of goodies to them. Sharing and caring is what makes you special. Please keep us posted on your amazing trip. I shall keep Marie and her village in my prayers.Createologyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17141896048450385243noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7310317081887553860.post-88106902100459625212010-06-20T12:35:27.155-04:002010-06-20T12:35:27.155-04:00Hi Mary,
I've enjoyed reading all your posts a...Hi Mary,<br />I've enjoyed reading all your posts about your trip to Africa. They are all so fascinating. This one though touched me. I always struggle with the differences between how people live and the resort we happen to be staying in. Two different worlds. I'm glad you got to meet the people and children in the village. My niece spent a semester where you are teaching the children in the village. It was a real eye opener for her. She is a student at Gonzaga University, and they partner with a priest in Africa allowing students to study there and volunteer.vignette designhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07377076950787846035noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7310317081887553860.post-51459652539142548802010-06-20T11:23:54.275-04:002010-06-20T11:23:54.275-04:00That must have been so hard, to see the huge life ...That must have been so hard, to see the huge life style differences, and to realise that not everyone cares about it. What a lovely idea to send boxes to them, well done.Elizabethdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02405703727112759947noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7310317081887553860.post-40106607928658858682010-06-20T08:13:15.192-04:002010-06-20T08:13:15.192-04:00That sunset is amazing. The story about the child...That sunset is amazing. The story about the children is very touching. I'm sure it will stay with you forever.<br />NancyNancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08094109205059653539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7310317081887553860.post-74802650200679043722010-06-20T07:40:07.895-04:002010-06-20T07:40:07.895-04:00Mary,Very touching, and thanks for sharing this pa...Mary,Very touching, and thanks for sharing this part of the trip.<br />As I read about your stop in the village I too wondered how that would feel, contrasted to the beauty and experiences you'd just had.<br />Heart rendering for sure.<br />Your trip tales are just remarkable.<br />Please let us know if you hear from the recipients of your gifts to them!Mimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13430084640185906974noreply@blogger.com