“Humans are inherently selfish--" Then why do so many cultures value hospitality, to the point of dictating it in their religions? Why is it so common for hosts to offer their visitors their best food, and as much of it as they can? At some point, multiple cultures decided that they knew what it felt like to be alone and vulnerable, and promised each other to never let those who stay with them feel that way. That doesn't sound very "inherently selfish" to me.
In our lives, after all the traumas of war and loss of security we've experienced, I've felt what it means to be truly alone and vulnerable. But I promised myself that our four children would never feel that way again. Every day, I try to give them hope, security, and a normal childhood despite the difficulties surrounding us.
Now, with every support from you, every share of every post, every donation, big or small, I feel we are not alone. You are extending a helping hand, giving our children a chance to see a better world, a chance to smile, and a chance for hope.
This kind of true humanity, these selfless hearts, is what makes the love of life possible even in the most difficult circumstances. Thank you to everyone who contributed, to everyone who posted, and to everyone who stood by us on our journey to rebuild our children's lives.
i really wish i could have donated more, but as it is i barely have enough to pay for food at home, i ask anybody who ever enjoyed my art to donate to any of the fundraisers included on my blog, thank you so much for your kindness
This is humanity — standing together when life becomes unbearable. Please, stand with us.
