I’ve avoided writing a blog entry on the terrible situation that the Hatians are experiencing after the earthquake, and all of the aftershocks. It is absolutely gut-wrenching to read the stories of these people and to see the death and destruction on TV. I truly hope that those of us that are able to contribute to the relief efforts have already done so, and perhaps more importantly, continue to do so. If you are still looking to donate, there are many organizations that need your assistance. You might try the Clinton-Bush Haiti Fund or you can text a donation to the Red Cross by texting “HAITI” to 90999. Your cell phone account will be charged $10. I think that is a very easy way to donate.
Today I read an article in the Columbus Dispatch about one of the orphans in Haiti that has come to live with her new adoptive mother in Central Ohio. I can’t imagine what these innocent chilrden have gone through. First, they have the misfortune of being orphaned. Then they suffer a catastrophic event and must be mentally effected more than any of us could possibly realize. They then come to the United States, or another country, to begin a life in a country where they do not speak the language, thus having now way to communicate with their new parents. Don’t get me wrong…I believe that adopting these children is the right thing to do and I applaud those that have done so.
It is nice to see an article about this horrible event that gives us all hope that for those that survived, there is a road to recovery and a new life ahead of them.
