Won't you join me in thinking about how to BRING THE WORLD CLOSER? Some things take almost no effort. For instance, the website www.tenthousandvillages.com is a place that you can purchase goods made in other countries. They use fair trade practices so you know that the artisans who make these goods are paid fairly. These goods are made by hand, not machine. They represent the skill, love, and art of a region. They connect you to that place. Whatever you purchase represents another person. Won't you share it with someone the next time you want to give someone a gift? This small act represents your desire to know and learn about another place and another person. Better yet, go somewhere and learn about and from the people you meet. Bring them something. Bring something home. Share with your friends. Go to a market with international foods and ask yourself what is the story of the person over there in the aisle? At the check out? How great would it be if I knew where they came from and how they got here? And can't I share something about myself with them, letting them know that I want to connect? BRING THE WORLD CLOSER.
For the future I envision like minded people joining together in living out this goal of BRINGING THE WORLD CLOSER. Both as individuals and communities we can play a role in our respect of, love for, and desire to connect with others from throughout the world. Finally, cherish how much other people teach you and how you honor them when you want to know them. Like Oliver, our puppy, this is something that should be ALL OVER YOUR HEART. If you have a passion for this, like I do, then please share this with others. Together, WE can BRING THE WORLD CLOSER.
For the future I envision like minded people joining together in living out this goal of BRINGING THE WORLD CLOSER. Both as individuals and communities we can play a role in our respect of, love for, and desire to connect with others from throughout the world. Finally, cherish how much other people teach you and how you honor them when you want to know them. Like Oliver, our puppy, this is something that should be ALL OVER YOUR HEART. If you have a passion for this, like I do, then please share this with others. Together, WE can BRING THE WORLD CLOSER.