WHY?????
A harsh look at life.56 total reviews
Comment from Cumbrianlass
It's mind boggling, isn't it? Our priorities are so skewed, it seems,in our western culture. No child in North America should be lacking in the necessities of life, whether through genuine poverty or irresponsible parenting.
Unfortunately, dear Barbara, we need a license to drive a car, but absolutely no credentials to be a parent.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, and how strange that the lamb was missing.
Hugs,
Av
reply by the author on 24-Dec-2013
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It's mind boggling, isn't it? Our priorities are so skewed, it seems,in our western culture. No child in North America should be lacking in the necessities of life, whether through genuine poverty or irresponsible parenting.
Unfortunately, dear Barbara, we need a license to drive a car, but absolutely no credentials to be a parent.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, and how strange that the lamb was missing.
Hugs,
Av
Comment Written 24-Dec-2013
reply by the author on 24-Dec-2013
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Thank you for understanding. We still haven't found the lamb.
Comment from JMUwrites
Amen and amen Barbara! Your most profound message here speaks volumes of an extremely sad and ongoing reality that brings shame (or should) upon this once erstwhile nation...and I can only blame selfishness for its existence!
I could go on and on about this topic but will spare you, so I'll just say thank you again for writing and sharing this perfectly worded commentary!
Jeffrey
reply by the author on 24-Dec-2013
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Amen and amen Barbara! Your most profound message here speaks volumes of an extremely sad and ongoing reality that brings shame (or should) upon this once erstwhile nation...and I can only blame selfishness for its existence!
I could go on and on about this topic but will spare you, so I'll just say thank you again for writing and sharing this perfectly worded commentary!
Jeffrey
Comment Written 24-Dec-2013
reply by the author on 24-Dec-2013
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Thank you for understanding.
Comment from Mastery
Hi, barb. I think the facts speak for themselves and you are a wonderful person to bring it to the attention of the membership. I certainly was not aware it was that bad and that many children involved. Try to have a wonderful Holiday Season. Merry Christmas! X0 Bob
reply by the author on 24-Dec-2013
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Hi, barb. I think the facts speak for themselves and you are a wonderful person to bring it to the attention of the membership. I certainly was not aware it was that bad and that many children involved. Try to have a wonderful Holiday Season. Merry Christmas! X0 Bob
Comment Written 24-Dec-2013
reply by the author on 24-Dec-2013
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Thank you for understanding.
Comment from kiwijenny
Oh Barbara......you are so sweet to help your students. What a blessing you are to them....what a difference teachers like you make. There is a teacher who teaches his kids to garden. They have started businesses they provide vegetables for their school lunches . Well done
God bless
Merry Christmas
reply by the author on 23-Dec-2013
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Oh Barbara......you are so sweet to help your students. What a blessing you are to them....what a difference teachers like you make. There is a teacher who teaches his kids to garden. They have started businesses they provide vegetables for their school lunches . Well done
God bless
Merry Christmas
Comment Written 23-Dec-2013
reply by the author on 23-Dec-2013
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How wonderful!! Thank you for understanding.
Comment from Nosha17
A very sad, but heart-warming story. I enjoyed reading it immensely. You are in the midst of such sad stuff being a teacher in this situation, so I commiserate with you. At least, you care, unlike so many others. You are right about the USA-I used to live there and I know exactly what you mean about it not being right for the richest country in the world to have so much poverty and homelessness. Hopefully, it will make people think at this holiday season. Well-written. Faye
reply by the author on 23-Dec-2013
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A very sad, but heart-warming story. I enjoyed reading it immensely. You are in the midst of such sad stuff being a teacher in this situation, so I commiserate with you. At least, you care, unlike so many others. You are right about the USA-I used to live there and I know exactly what you mean about it not being right for the richest country in the world to have so much poverty and homelessness. Hopefully, it will make people think at this holiday season. Well-written. Faye
Comment Written 23-Dec-2013
reply by the author on 23-Dec-2013
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Thank you for understanding
Comment from lindalcreel
This story is sad but true. One of the very best parts of Christmas was the times I spent taking my little ones to the mall and watching them choose names on the Christmas tree from the salvation army. We always bought everything on the wish list, had it wrapped and then put the little hanger on the tree. I always hoped those children had something to look forward to at least one day that year. Sometimes we forget that it is better to give than to receive. Children are suffering round the world, but we should be paying more attention to our own. Thanks so much for sharing. Merry Christmas.
reply by the author on 23-Dec-2013
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This story is sad but true. One of the very best parts of Christmas was the times I spent taking my little ones to the mall and watching them choose names on the Christmas tree from the salvation army. We always bought everything on the wish list, had it wrapped and then put the little hanger on the tree. I always hoped those children had something to look forward to at least one day that year. Sometimes we forget that it is better to give than to receive. Children are suffering round the world, but we should be paying more attention to our own. Thanks so much for sharing. Merry Christmas.
Comment Written 23-Dec-2013
reply by the author on 23-Dec-2013
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Thank you for understanding.
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Comment from Deejharrington
Thank you for reminding all of us about the small victims this time of year. As a retired teacher from a district with high unemployment, crime, and hopelessness, I understand. We do what we can. Though many programs try their best, so many are missed. Thank you for all you do. You may never get deserved thank you's, all those children will remember.
deb
reply by the author on 23-Dec-2013
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Thank you for reminding all of us about the small victims this time of year. As a retired teacher from a district with high unemployment, crime, and hopelessness, I understand. We do what we can. Though many programs try their best, so many are missed. Thank you for all you do. You may never get deserved thank you's, all those children will remember.
deb
Comment Written 23-Dec-2013
reply by the author on 23-Dec-2013
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Thank you for understanding.
Comment from joneau2
Well, Barbara, this message certainly pulls on one's heart strings, because the fact of the matter is that it's so true, shocking to say the least. The issue of why falls back into the laps of all of us where the family unit has deteriorated, along with the morals we now practice, or allow to happen without challenge. Greed has replaced reverence and respect.
This was a most appropriate post for the season ... and throughout the year. We all need to wake up before it's too late.
reply by the author on 23-Dec-2013
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Well, Barbara, this message certainly pulls on one's heart strings, because the fact of the matter is that it's so true, shocking to say the least. The issue of why falls back into the laps of all of us where the family unit has deteriorated, along with the morals we now practice, or allow to happen without challenge. Greed has replaced reverence and respect.
This was a most appropriate post for the season ... and throughout the year. We all need to wake up before it's too late.
Comment Written 23-Dec-2013
reply by the author on 23-Dec-2013
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Thank you for understanding.
Comment from Paddywack
Perhaps if there were more people with similar values to your own, Barbra, things might be different. Unfortunately, there are many more like Gordon Gecko instead. Greed is the evil that prevents many from showing compassion towards those who are less fortunate than themslves. Still, you have to persevere. What else is there to do? Our future is with the children. They must be taught, and good example can work wonders. I can't say, I enjoyed your post, but it is well written, addresses a massive issue, and needs to be said. Thank you for sharing this with me, and thank you for your caring, christian oulook on life. Stick with it.
reply by the author on 23-Dec-2013
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Perhaps if there were more people with similar values to your own, Barbra, things might be different. Unfortunately, there are many more like Gordon Gecko instead. Greed is the evil that prevents many from showing compassion towards those who are less fortunate than themslves. Still, you have to persevere. What else is there to do? Our future is with the children. They must be taught, and good example can work wonders. I can't say, I enjoyed your post, but it is well written, addresses a massive issue, and needs to be said. Thank you for sharing this with me, and thank you for your caring, christian oulook on life. Stick with it.
Comment Written 23-Dec-2013
reply by the author on 23-Dec-2013
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Thank you for understanding.
Comment from humpwhistle
I know this won't help much, Barbara, but it sounds like you're doing what you can. You're making a difference.
As you say, there are no answers to the 'why'.
I know little about your background, but I'm wondering if these are Native American children?
In any case, I feel for them ... and you.
Peace, Lee
reply by the author on 23-Dec-2013
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I know this won't help much, Barbara, but it sounds like you're doing what you can. You're making a difference.
As you say, there are no answers to the 'why'.
I know little about your background, but I'm wondering if these are Native American children?
In any case, I feel for them ... and you.
Peace, Lee
Comment Written 23-Dec-2013
reply by the author on 23-Dec-2013
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Thank you for understanding. They are not Native American, although a year ago, I did have some. Most of these children are Black and the others are Hispanic with a few White. I teach in TX.
