Being a Difference Maker
I keep running across pictures from my recent trip to Haiti – each one opening a floodgate of memories. The picture posted on this page is of Nathaniel – one of Pastor Felix’s sons. The photo credit goes to his older brother, who borrowed my camera and took a series of pictures. Nathaniel served as my self-appointed guide while we were in Les Pinasse – showing me around, sitting with me during church services, and being a friend.
The picture reminds me that in many respects, children are children, no matter where they live. They are curious, playful, happy, and generally love life. The picture also reminds me that in spite of all the attributes that kids share – far too many live hard lives and face uncertain futures. Unfortunately, that is true of the kids in Haiti, as well as some of the children in downtown Chandler, Arizona (and any other place in the world).
We all have...