Events like Haiti’s earthquake bring my own little trials into perspective. I don’t consider that a good thing…for them I mean. Way to trivialize a horrendous event Anita. My heart goes out to all of those people and their poor families who are still waiting for word on their loved ones. I feel compelled to offer a meager amount of money for their aid, even though I’m actually in the hole this month. Me being in the hole will pass faster than their suffering will. Sometimes I wish I was there to help, then I realize that I can barely stand in line at the store for ten minutes so I guess my small donation to the Red Cross will have to do. I urge everyone to do the same, remember…”There, but by the grace of God, go I.” I feel so helpless, I have nothing to offer but compassion…and my prayers.

“Have compassion for all beings, rich and poor alike; each has their suffering. Some suffer too much, others too little.” ~Buddha