Sunday, May 19, 2013

Famine 2013

Hello Friends.

 As promised I am going to show you more from the 40 Hour Famine 2013.  My MOM has been doing this with her kids for almost 20 years.  We partner with World Vision to help put an end to hunger.  While World Vision does the 30 Hour Famine, MOM's kids have always wanted to do more, so they go without food for 40 hours.  The last couple of years they have added no electronics for the 40 hours.  During these 40 hours MOM and the kids do more than just not eat, they play games related to hunger, pray, do a service project, learn about hunger and all the effects it has on people (especially children) and all the other things hunger causes.  

 I joined them this year.  I did get to eat, but I was helpful in motivating them and entertaining them.  Those kids are great.  They played a form of soccer that the kids in refugee camps play.  I was real good at stealing the hand made ball from them.  I got to eat some of the toast art they made.  The girls put up my ears in a cool fur-do.  (I went to MOM's office when they brought out the nail polish).  I was their wake up alarm and gave them great advise on their service project (they scraped and sanded a lady's porch and windows that was in terrible need of repair.  Some adults from our church were coming the next day to paint the whole thing).  The kids divided up into Tribes that represented children from Ethiopia, The DRC, Our local area, and Columbia.  Throughout the Famine the kids assumed the actual identity of a child in one of these areas. The kids raised lots of green papers that will help with all kinds of hunger issues as well as help to build wells so people can have access to clean accessible water.  Plus they brought a lot of awareness about hunger.

 I put together a video of just a little bit of what they did.  Enjoy.

Like MOM's old Famine CD says, "One loving heart can end the suffering."  So true, so true.  It just take one loving heart to make a beautiful difference.  And you know what that leads to?  MORE loving hearts joining in.  Not much is more beautiful than all those hearts coming together.

 Blessings,
Goose
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32 comments:

  1. Millie and WalterMay 19, 2013 at 10:47 PM

    Goose you did a great job helping your mom with those kids. Looks like you all had a lot of fun.

    Millie & Walter

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  2. My Mind's EyeMay 20, 2013 at 4:57 AM

    Dearest Goose, Mom and all the wonderful young folks at your church.....
    Mom and I are truly speechless (and that rarely happens). Your video of the smiling faces and happy giving hearts touched us deeply.

    Goose my handsome friend you are blessed and surrounded by a lot of hands to pet you too.
    Hugs and thank you for this beautiful video
    Madi your BFFF and Mom

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  3. UnknownMay 20, 2013 at 5:05 AM

    Goose you are such a great guy we know you helped motivate everyone. Have a marvellous Monday.
    Best wishes Molly

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  4. Two Greyhound TownMay 20, 2013 at 5:38 AM

    Goose, I'm sure all the kids enjoyed having you there.

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  5. MargMay 20, 2013 at 6:09 AM

    Goose, you sure were such a great addition to that gathering and what a great thing to do. That is really something to go without eating for 40 hours. But what a good thing to do. Take care.

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  6. 2browndawgsMay 20, 2013 at 6:21 AM

    What a wonderful thing to raise awareness. Looks like you all had fun too.

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  7. houndstoothMay 20, 2013 at 6:28 AM

    What a cool event! I'm glad you were there to help motivate them. I hope it was a really successful fundraiser for them!

    Bunny

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  8. CowspotdogMay 20, 2013 at 6:43 AM

    they couldn't of done it without your support Goose.....we know you cheered them along the whole time.

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  9. Berts BlogMay 20, 2013 at 6:56 AM

    WE are so glad to be friends with two such generous and giving souls who teach the world of Love.

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  10. LindaMay 20, 2013 at 7:12 AM

    Goose,

    You are an inspiration to everyone.

    Pees. You got a sticker on your behind. bol


    xo Cinnamon

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  11. What Remains NowMay 20, 2013 at 7:41 AM

    What a great group of young people. Goose...I know you helped motivate them to complete and experience this valuable lesson. Loved watching the video.

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  12. AnonymousMay 20, 2013 at 7:45 AM

    Thanks for your wonderful video ! Mom would like to join in your girl -power group - she is obseesed for DIY-things. You look great with your "toast-muzzler" and the headband - think I should wear this style too :o)

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  13. ♥♥ The OP Pack ♥♥May 20, 2013 at 8:05 AM

    Great video, Goose. It is so wonderful to see young people sacrificing for the good of others. Mom says scraping all that ironworks must have been tough work, plus all the ceilings and windows. Kudos to Mom, the kids, and you!!!

    Woos - Phantom, Thunder, Ciara, and Lightning

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  14. stellaroselongMay 20, 2013 at 8:21 AM

    We really enjoyed your video, what a great job you did, we liked the saying about one loving heart also.
    stella rose

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  15. MurphyMay 20, 2013 at 8:49 AM

    We just don't think they could have done it without you Goose. Now what is this we hear about you having a boat load of Frosty paws? Didn't you share with them?

    Your Pals,

    Murphy & Stanley

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  16. tubby3pugMay 20, 2013 at 9:10 AM

    U and your mom r so inspiring
    Urban hounds

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  17. Yamini MacLeanMay 20, 2013 at 9:27 AM

    Hari Om
    What a tremendous time you had and am loving the 'cool dude' look with the bandana. But the important thing is the help and the message. May it stretch well beyond the 40 hours!!! Hugs and wags, YAM-aunty xx

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  18. UnknownMay 20, 2013 at 10:33 AM

    Goose! What a marvelous thing to does! Me is sure yous was the bestest encourager!
    Kisses
    Nellie

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  19. da tabbies o trout towneMay 20, 2013 at 11:05 AM

    goose...God's blessings two yur mom N familee N all de kids who particapted... and two ewe az well.....

    we wuz knot abe bull ta see yur mewvie :(

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  20. Idaho PugRanchMay 20, 2013 at 11:19 AM

    Oh Goose buddy, you make our hearts swell up watching your video.
    YOu and your MOM are soo pawsome. Looks like the young peeps had a great time diong this wonderful project.
    hugs
    Bailey, Hazel & Greta

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  21. Frankie Furter and ErnieMay 20, 2013 at 1:53 PM

    Goose, YOU and your wonderful mom are just the BEST... No wonder you are so ♥'ed in Blogville.

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  22. ScooterMay 20, 2013 at 2:22 PM

    Hey Goose!
    Wow, what a pawesme event! Looks like all of the two-leggers had a great time and you were obviously a very important part of the fun. Congrats on a successful and important event!
    Grr and Woof,
    Sarge, COP

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  23. Ziggy StardustMay 20, 2013 at 4:15 PM

    Goose, that is an amazing project with your amazing Mom!! I am so proud to know my sweet pal. You set a bar we should all be reaching for.

    Loveys Sasha

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  24. coffeedogMay 20, 2013 at 5:16 PM

    my goodness! it looks like everyone was having so much fun and it looks like you were having just as much fun as the kids! you are such a good sport, goose. i don't think i would have tolerated the fur-do, though you my friend, rocked it.
    wags, bailey

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  25. NCmountainwomanMay 20, 2013 at 8:24 PM

    Warms my heart through and through. Kudos to your MOM and to all the kids.

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  26. WyattMay 20, 2013 at 8:45 PM

    Goose-
    That is SO Pawesome! Very Inspiring :D

    Wyatt and Family

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  27. Two French BulldogsMay 20, 2013 at 9:21 PM

    So awesome Goose! Well worth the work.
    Benny & Lily

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  28. CreekHiker / HollysFollyMay 21, 2013 at 8:52 AM

    Just amazing!!!

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  29. The Army of FourMay 25, 2013 at 3:14 PM

    Well, Goose. You know my favorite part of your video, right? Yep. You hugging your MOM. Sigh. I'm into that kinda thing.
    Did you search everyone's bags for food?
    Luv,
    Dave

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