The thing about being in Uganda, or any developing country for that matter, is to not view the experience through the lens of our own paradigm. As an American who lives a rather charmed life, it would be easy to be horrified at how villagers in Uganda live. It is a shock for sure … [Read more...] about Children Laugh in the Same Language
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The Spirit of Generosity and Love at a Ugandan School
I'm posting from Uganda today, where the sun has just set. I'm surrounded by a calm that has filled my heart, despite the din of traffic and the bustle of school children. The joy I saw today is unparalled. I had the great fortune of being a guest at the Railway Primary School … [Read more...] about The Spirit of Generosity and Love at a Ugandan School
My Own Shot@Life Takes Me to Uganda
That's my friend Dallas singing a lullaby in Lingala in Kinshasa, Bas Congo. A new mom who adopted a baby from DR Congo had been looking for a lullaby in Lingala and found Dallas' video. Now that mom is learning this song to sing to her baby girl. The Internet is powerful when … [Read more...] about My Own Shot@Life Takes Me to Uganda
How Morningside Mom, The Queen of Spain, and The Bloggess Made Me an Accidental Activist
How can I possibly follow in the footsteps of the lovely Ana at Spanglish Baby? She wrote a lovely piece in yesterday's Blogust relay about her daughter's fifth birthday and how she wants to celebrate her child's milestones by giving other children a shot at life too. What a … [Read more...] about How Morningside Mom, The Queen of Spain, and The Bloggess Made Me an Accidental Activist