It is a beautiful Saturday afternoon, the sun is hotter than ever but you could feel the joy in the air because the kids are playing down the street. Among these children are those who have no place to call home or good meal to eat after an exhausting day. At the age of eight, they are adults and have to do the things our parents do for us that we take for granted. Amongst these children is a boy named Malik. He is now eleven years old but never knew his father and lost his mother to HIV/AIDS. His grandmother took care of him after the death of his mother but after she also died, no one was willing to take him and care for him. He then took off to his second home, “the streets." Malik is not seen playing soccer with his friends on this faithful Saturday because he is severely sick and with no one to inform about his illness, he is now alone at his hangout in the slums ‘a place he calls home.’
Even if Malik is old enough or able to go to the hospital, the question is, how is he going to pay for the healthcare services he would receive as well as the medications that would be prescribed for him. Many children in third world countries and few places in developed countries go through exactly what Malik is going through in this scenario. The sad story is that Malik might end up dying due to lack of care or might be miraculously healed by God. However, with one person at a time, we can change the situation where innocent children die from situations that can easily be prevented with little care and affection. We don’t have to be related to someone to help him/her when in need. Many of these children are destined for great thing but without a helping hand to bring them up; they would remain under the ladder and never get the chance to see the beauties that lie on top of the ladder. ONE PERSON AT A TIME, YOU CAN SAVE A SOUL!!!!
Very moving and powerful post. I do agree that we need to help these poor kids, but at the same time, it isn't easy to trust organizations to successfully help children somewhere. Its almost as if we need to personally help them, which isn't always an option.
ReplyDeleteThis was a great idea to blog with a good title, overall very moving. It was interesting to know about the issues children face in other countries. It is sad that they have to undergo such turmoil in the early stages of their life. Late last semester a couple of my friends and I adopted a child from Haiti through an organization and that has been going well so far. But, I believe that there are many individuals who really want to help but just don't trust certain organizations that claim to be helping children from other countries - as rbutler points out.
ReplyDeleteFreda, this blog is ridicules you did a great job. This blog really opens your eyes to what is really going on out there. It shows how hard life is for so many people. You get a A+
ReplyDeleteFreda, this blog is extremely touching... I hope that other peole outside of our class get to read it. I can tell that you are truly passionate about helping others in less fortunate countries and that is truly noble. Your pictures, videos, quotes and writing style work really well together. Thanks for sharing!!
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