Mother Nature is a fierce beast that takes no prisoners. The tragedies in Japan these last few weeks has been breath-taking and almost unbelievable. I have been completely addicted to the stories and pictures. Every day, I am left wondering- what can I do?
Recently, I attended church twice (which is two times more than the total times I've been to church in the last decade (besides attending a funeral or wedding)). Parts of the sermon doesn't apply to me, but several messages have left long lasting impressions on my mind and heart. I have felt a higher power present in my being, caring, supporting and nurturing. I consider myself more spiritual than religious, but this year so far, I have felt that a higher power has been nudging me along to see the light and pray. (Thanks to Alissa and Kristine for their additional nudging.) So today I pray for the people of Japan and the long road ahead they have to recovery and rebuilding their lives.
Women comforting and supporting each other.
Praying for a lost soul.
Little girl carrying her belongings to a shelter.
If you could only take what you could carry, what would you bring?
Baby being tested for radiation.
This picture (and several like this) brings tears to my eyes each time I see it/them. These are lists of people who have been treated at a local hospital. People come here, wait for hours to get in and search for the names of their loved ones. Who is still alive? The idea of searching for Simon, my Mother and so many other loved ones in my life is almost unimaginable. I am thankful for life!
From sadness, comes light...Uplifting stories from Japan include workers finding a 4 month old baby that survived 90 hours buried under rubble. She is safe and seemingly healthy. Also, a 90 year old woman was found in her home after it had been swept away in the tsunami. She had also been without food and water for days. Strong women surviving disaster gives me and so many of us hope, great hope.
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