I wanted to share this
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I saw on TV yesterday night a report about a division of the Mother Teresa's charitable institute in Baghdad which runs an orphanage. I think there are four nuns over there and all of them are Indians. :cool: I looked for a link, but didn't find any, so I am writing what I saw, and what I felt afterwords myself. Anyway, what I want to say here is that they didn't leave while Baghdad was being bombed. Most of the kids there have some kind of physical or mental problems and need special care. One of them sang a Hindi song for the camera. He could barely speak, the words were not at all clear, but the tune was there, although he did mix up the lyrics of two songs. He might have grown up to be a good singer if he was normal. But his disability didn't stop him from singing to his heart's content at the top of his voice and feeling extremely happy and proud of himself. And if you listened to it, you could see that Life Itself was singing the best song ever, in the best voice ever. When the kids would hear the explosions, and ask about it, they would be told that it was about to rain outside and the sound they are hearing is that of a thunder. This would make the children happy and they would go back to play again. I guess it doesn't rain too often in Baghdad. When the reporter asked one of the nuns whether she ever felt afraid of the bombs, she said "No, why should I? God is there to take care of everything." The confidence, the love, and serenity beaming from her face almost made me want to believe. As you can probably guess, I ended up all emotional and almost in tears after I saw the thing. Yes, I am easily touched by emotions and don't hesitate to admit it. I think people like those who work for the Mother Teresa's institute are a sharp contrast from what we see around us. Normally, people don't care. The most we do is donate some money to charity and then forget about it. But these people really care. Not everyone stayed right there braving the bombs taking care of the kids. "But these children need us. They don't have anyone else but God and us," said a nun when asked why she didn't leave. Even the red cross people had left. But not these brave women. The kids (at least those I saw on TV) were not normal. Some of them couldn't walk properly, some of them had their limbs malformed, some could not speak properly, some were mentally retarded. But the happiness and joy I saw on their faces, I haven't seen elsewhere. The love you could see in the eyes of those women is rare even in actual mo
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I saw on TV yesterday night a report about a division of the Mother Teresa's charitable institute in Baghdad which runs an orphanage. I think there are four nuns over there and all of them are Indians. :cool: I looked for a link, but didn't find any, so I am writing what I saw, and what I felt afterwords myself. Anyway, what I want to say here is that they didn't leave while Baghdad was being bombed. Most of the kids there have some kind of physical or mental problems and need special care. One of them sang a Hindi song for the camera. He could barely speak, the words were not at all clear, but the tune was there, although he did mix up the lyrics of two songs. He might have grown up to be a good singer if he was normal. But his disability didn't stop him from singing to his heart's content at the top of his voice and feeling extremely happy and proud of himself. And if you listened to it, you could see that Life Itself was singing the best song ever, in the best voice ever. When the kids would hear the explosions, and ask about it, they would be told that it was about to rain outside and the sound they are hearing is that of a thunder. This would make the children happy and they would go back to play again. I guess it doesn't rain too often in Baghdad. When the reporter asked one of the nuns whether she ever felt afraid of the bombs, she said "No, why should I? God is there to take care of everything." The confidence, the love, and serenity beaming from her face almost made me want to believe. As you can probably guess, I ended up all emotional and almost in tears after I saw the thing. Yes, I am easily touched by emotions and don't hesitate to admit it. I think people like those who work for the Mother Teresa's institute are a sharp contrast from what we see around us. Normally, people don't care. The most we do is donate some money to charity and then forget about it. But these people really care. Not everyone stayed right there braving the bombs taking care of the kids. "But these children need us. They don't have anyone else but God and us," said a nun when asked why she didn't leave. Even the red cross people had left. But not these brave women. The kids (at least those I saw on TV) were not normal. Some of them couldn't walk properly, some of them had their limbs malformed, some could not speak properly, some were mentally retarded. But the happiness and joy I saw on their faces, I haven't seen elsewhere. The love you could see in the eyes of those women is rare even in actual mo
Thanks for the info. I know little about what others do regarding charity work across the globe. I do agree, though, to witness pure happiness and love between people is a phenomenon that outshines any other. Rohit Sinha wrote: And if you listened to it, you could see that Life Itself was singing the best song ever, in the best voice ever. Well put Rohit. BW "The whole problem with the world is that fools and fanatics are always so certain of themselves, but wiser people so full of doubts." - Bertrand Russell
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I saw on TV yesterday night a report about a division of the Mother Teresa's charitable institute in Baghdad which runs an orphanage. I think there are four nuns over there and all of them are Indians. :cool: I looked for a link, but didn't find any, so I am writing what I saw, and what I felt afterwords myself. Anyway, what I want to say here is that they didn't leave while Baghdad was being bombed. Most of the kids there have some kind of physical or mental problems and need special care. One of them sang a Hindi song for the camera. He could barely speak, the words were not at all clear, but the tune was there, although he did mix up the lyrics of two songs. He might have grown up to be a good singer if he was normal. But his disability didn't stop him from singing to his heart's content at the top of his voice and feeling extremely happy and proud of himself. And if you listened to it, you could see that Life Itself was singing the best song ever, in the best voice ever. When the kids would hear the explosions, and ask about it, they would be told that it was about to rain outside and the sound they are hearing is that of a thunder. This would make the children happy and they would go back to play again. I guess it doesn't rain too often in Baghdad. When the reporter asked one of the nuns whether she ever felt afraid of the bombs, she said "No, why should I? God is there to take care of everything." The confidence, the love, and serenity beaming from her face almost made me want to believe. As you can probably guess, I ended up all emotional and almost in tears after I saw the thing. Yes, I am easily touched by emotions and don't hesitate to admit it. I think people like those who work for the Mother Teresa's institute are a sharp contrast from what we see around us. Normally, people don't care. The most we do is donate some money to charity and then forget about it. But these people really care. Not everyone stayed right there braving the bombs taking care of the kids. "But these children need us. They don't have anyone else but God and us," said a nun when asked why she didn't leave. Even the red cross people had left. But not these brave women. The kids (at least those I saw on TV) were not normal. Some of them couldn't walk properly, some of them had their limbs malformed, some could not speak properly, some were mentally retarded. But the happiness and joy I saw on their faces, I haven't seen elsewhere. The love you could see in the eyes of those women is rare even in actual mo
Rohit, Thanks for sharing. I also saw an interview that left me with confidence in people’s sprit yesterday. I only saw the tail end but a professor with Baghdad University was talking about how the Iraqi heritage and culture is enough for them to build a new and wonderful life upon. It appeared that he had been imprisoned for years for some crime that I missed. He was not bitter or depressed at all. He was just looking to what the future could become. I wish I had seen the whole interview, did not even get his name, but if only they could find a few dozen people with his attitude the country will do well. ""
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I saw on TV yesterday night a report about a division of the Mother Teresa's charitable institute in Baghdad which runs an orphanage. I think there are four nuns over there and all of them are Indians. :cool: I looked for a link, but didn't find any, so I am writing what I saw, and what I felt afterwords myself. Anyway, what I want to say here is that they didn't leave while Baghdad was being bombed. Most of the kids there have some kind of physical or mental problems and need special care. One of them sang a Hindi song for the camera. He could barely speak, the words were not at all clear, but the tune was there, although he did mix up the lyrics of two songs. He might have grown up to be a good singer if he was normal. But his disability didn't stop him from singing to his heart's content at the top of his voice and feeling extremely happy and proud of himself. And if you listened to it, you could see that Life Itself was singing the best song ever, in the best voice ever. When the kids would hear the explosions, and ask about it, they would be told that it was about to rain outside and the sound they are hearing is that of a thunder. This would make the children happy and they would go back to play again. I guess it doesn't rain too often in Baghdad. When the reporter asked one of the nuns whether she ever felt afraid of the bombs, she said "No, why should I? God is there to take care of everything." The confidence, the love, and serenity beaming from her face almost made me want to believe. As you can probably guess, I ended up all emotional and almost in tears after I saw the thing. Yes, I am easily touched by emotions and don't hesitate to admit it. I think people like those who work for the Mother Teresa's institute are a sharp contrast from what we see around us. Normally, people don't care. The most we do is donate some money to charity and then forget about it. But these people really care. Not everyone stayed right there braving the bombs taking care of the kids. "But these children need us. They don't have anyone else but God and us," said a nun when asked why she didn't leave. Even the red cross people had left. But not these brave women. The kids (at least those I saw on TV) were not normal. Some of them couldn't walk properly, some of them had their limbs malformed, some could not speak properly, some were mentally retarded. But the happiness and joy I saw on their faces, I haven't seen elsewhere. The love you could see in the eyes of those women is rare even in actual mo
Thanks for sharing this Rohit. It was a touching piece of news and a very touching narration. Smitha You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it true. You may have to work for it, however. -- Richard Bach
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Rohit, Thanks for sharing. I also saw an interview that left me with confidence in people’s sprit yesterday. I only saw the tail end but a professor with Baghdad University was talking about how the Iraqi heritage and culture is enough for them to build a new and wonderful life upon. It appeared that he had been imprisoned for years for some crime that I missed. He was not bitter or depressed at all. He was just looking to what the future could become. I wish I had seen the whole interview, did not even get his name, but if only they could find a few dozen people with his attitude the country will do well. ""
Saw the report on the orphanage and was also touched. I also saw the interview with the professor and was impressed. I only hope both Iraqi's and outsiders (US, UN, etc.) listen to men like that.
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Saw the report on the orphanage and was also touched. I also saw the interview with the professor and was impressed. I only hope both Iraqi's and outsiders (US, UN, etc.) listen to men like that.
Joe Woodbury wrote: I only hope both Iraqi's and outsiders (US, UN, etc.) listen to men like that. Agree with you on that. Did you get his name? ""
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Joe Woodbury wrote: I only hope both Iraqi's and outsiders (US, UN, etc.) listen to men like that. Agree with you on that. Did you get his name? ""
Michael A. Barnhart wrote: Did you get his name? No, and I can't remember where I saw the interview, but ran across this while looking: http://www.cnn.com/2003/WORLD/meast/04/15/sprj.irq.helmet.bullets/index.html[^]
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I saw on TV yesterday night a report about a division of the Mother Teresa's charitable institute in Baghdad which runs an orphanage. I think there are four nuns over there and all of them are Indians. :cool: I looked for a link, but didn't find any, so I am writing what I saw, and what I felt afterwords myself. Anyway, what I want to say here is that they didn't leave while Baghdad was being bombed. Most of the kids there have some kind of physical or mental problems and need special care. One of them sang a Hindi song for the camera. He could barely speak, the words were not at all clear, but the tune was there, although he did mix up the lyrics of two songs. He might have grown up to be a good singer if he was normal. But his disability didn't stop him from singing to his heart's content at the top of his voice and feeling extremely happy and proud of himself. And if you listened to it, you could see that Life Itself was singing the best song ever, in the best voice ever. When the kids would hear the explosions, and ask about it, they would be told that it was about to rain outside and the sound they are hearing is that of a thunder. This would make the children happy and they would go back to play again. I guess it doesn't rain too often in Baghdad. When the reporter asked one of the nuns whether she ever felt afraid of the bombs, she said "No, why should I? God is there to take care of everything." The confidence, the love, and serenity beaming from her face almost made me want to believe. As you can probably guess, I ended up all emotional and almost in tears after I saw the thing. Yes, I am easily touched by emotions and don't hesitate to admit it. I think people like those who work for the Mother Teresa's institute are a sharp contrast from what we see around us. Normally, people don't care. The most we do is donate some money to charity and then forget about it. But these people really care. Not everyone stayed right there braving the bombs taking care of the kids. "But these children need us. They don't have anyone else but God and us," said a nun when asked why she didn't leave. Even the red cross people had left. But not these brave women. The kids (at least those I saw on TV) were not normal. Some of them couldn't walk properly, some of them had their limbs malformed, some could not speak properly, some were mentally retarded. But the happiness and joy I saw on their faces, I haven't seen elsewhere. The love you could see in the eyes of those women is rare even in actual mo
When I hear about people like that I feel so humbled. How many would have the Faith to stay as they've done? We could all learn a lot from their example. Anna :rose: Homepage | My life in tears "Be yourself - not what others think you should be" - Marcia Graesch "Anna's just a sexy-looking lesbian tart" - A friend, trying to wind me up. It didn't work. Trouble with resource IDs? Try the Resource ID Organiser Visual C++ Add-In
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I saw on TV yesterday night a report about a division of the Mother Teresa's charitable institute in Baghdad which runs an orphanage. I think there are four nuns over there and all of them are Indians. :cool: I looked for a link, but didn't find any, so I am writing what I saw, and what I felt afterwords myself. Anyway, what I want to say here is that they didn't leave while Baghdad was being bombed. Most of the kids there have some kind of physical or mental problems and need special care. One of them sang a Hindi song for the camera. He could barely speak, the words were not at all clear, but the tune was there, although he did mix up the lyrics of two songs. He might have grown up to be a good singer if he was normal. But his disability didn't stop him from singing to his heart's content at the top of his voice and feeling extremely happy and proud of himself. And if you listened to it, you could see that Life Itself was singing the best song ever, in the best voice ever. When the kids would hear the explosions, and ask about it, they would be told that it was about to rain outside and the sound they are hearing is that of a thunder. This would make the children happy and they would go back to play again. I guess it doesn't rain too often in Baghdad. When the reporter asked one of the nuns whether she ever felt afraid of the bombs, she said "No, why should I? God is there to take care of everything." The confidence, the love, and serenity beaming from her face almost made me want to believe. As you can probably guess, I ended up all emotional and almost in tears after I saw the thing. Yes, I am easily touched by emotions and don't hesitate to admit it. I think people like those who work for the Mother Teresa's institute are a sharp contrast from what we see around us. Normally, people don't care. The most we do is donate some money to charity and then forget about it. But these people really care. Not everyone stayed right there braving the bombs taking care of the kids. "But these children need us. They don't have anyone else but God and us," said a nun when asked why she didn't leave. Even the red cross people had left. But not these brave women. The kids (at least those I saw on TV) were not normal. Some of them couldn't walk properly, some of them had their limbs malformed, some could not speak properly, some were mentally retarded. But the happiness and joy I saw on their faces, I haven't seen elsewhere. The love you could see in the eyes of those women is rare even in actual mo
Rohit Sinha wrote: I don't know whether there actually is a god dude, I think those women are enough prove that there is a God. I don't think you can attribute what they do over there to "a good hart". I think the reason they do what they do is because they know something others don't, and they follow in someone's footsteps that did the same when He was on earth. Don't want to start a religious war (there's already one going on:(), it's just a thought. Nice piece though;)