Sung Bong Choi

Can I be honest.....I was in tears before he sang. Then his unbelievable voice made it really come down. I'd like to know what's going on with him now and has he found some success through this competition.

Sharing is Caring

It's Ramadan the Islamic Holy month of fasting which happens to fall during summer this year SMILE. If you're not familiar with the practice it's simple ie; refrain from food and beverage from sun up to sun down as well as things that would distract you from religious studies.In case you missed it i'm fasting. During this month it is also required of those who are financially capable to give a portion of their earnings towards charity outside of our normal charity practices. So basically that could mean donating a bulk of food to someone in need.

This isn't always someone who is homeless.As a matter of fact I was the recipient of such donations a couple of times in the past. I was given several kinds of lentils, lamb, and a few other items. I think those are very good choices for a food donation especially non perishables like dried beans,whole grains, or canned items. In times like these we can see clearly many people are just getting by so why not lend a hand during hard times. You know a single parent has it pretty rough especially if he or she is trying to juggle 2 or more children, work, bills, home life, and sanity in the same pot. So what if you don,t know them personally show a little compassion and offer to help with dinner one night or offer to babysit while she runs errands. I don't think that's to much to ask but the thing is she probably wont but this is where you come in and put your foot in her shoes and mentally go there with what her life could be like. Compassion is just a doorbell away.

Charlie

I saw this video today about a homeless vet named Charlie. He became homeless in 2007 due to the company he worked for going out of business. Two years later Charlie is still on the streets just surviving.

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Make a secure donation it's quick and easy. Many people are counting on someone to help....WONT YOU BE THE ONE?

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What To Do

I've been up and at em doing research for up and coming projects and found quite a few interesting things. As I delve more into these 'things' my brainstorming doesn't stop. I realize I have to find a way to make sure everyone is listening and being proactive. My blog is about HELPING OTHERS. How we can help and ways to improve the quality of help that we give. In my browsing I saw various posts about these efforts some were a little sketchy but at the same time it did provide an opportunity for homeless people to earn money. Which I see nothing wrong with that considering there are many laws against pan handling as well as many requirements that wouldn't permit 'This Guy' to work in that sort of environment.

I'm really interested in meeting with THIS GUY and finding out what's his story. As a youngster in the city I sometimes gave money to THIS GUY and later opted out to just buy him something to eat due to some precautions I later developed in life. Now at this point I'm taking on a more active role to not just feed THIS GUY for a day but as the saying goes teach him how to fish for a lifetime. This is a monumental journey I'm heading on here and I ask that you all continue to support me along the way. Send me any ideas or links that'll help me raise funds for THIS GUY and anyone in his situation. We are a village now lets raise the HEART vibrations up!

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Donate For the Homeless

Coffee Cups can Change

Nearly everyday as I take my walk through the neighborhood I see people heading to work, some heading home, and some just in the midst of it all. You may say well DUH me too...which I totally get but I'm not talking about the regular pedestrians. I'm talking about the guy sitting outside of the coffee shop asking for change. His donation cup isn't running over with hundreds let alone a solid dollar bill. If anyone has noticed the recession like you and I could you imagine what This Guys' life could be like? NO HOME, NO FOOD, and NO SHOWER. Five hours of requesting change in any monetary donation and all he has to show is $3.02....two dollar menu items.

 I'm not saying that everyone should start writing checks to This Guy but we can definitely do better. In lieu of the recession many more people have been placed in this situation. Looking for work in a really tight market often times opting to do small odd jobs just to get by. Have you ever witnessed This Guy scouring through the trash for whatever remnants of a meal someone else found unworthy to eat? When you see This Guy don't pass him by with disdain. Share a little COMPASSION for your fellow man even if its just a few words of encouragement. Or maybe you can buy this guy a meal considering he may not know where his next one is coming from. There are many organizations out here that are willing to help but they also need your help....check The Charles William Whittaker Sr. Foundation for example  http://redcomcomputerservices.com/content11.php