Tuesday, May 24, 2011

Bringing "Over There" Over Here: How will you respond?

"Nepal is...well, it's poor.  One of the poorest countries in the world, they say.  But it's beautiful!  Where my family lives, Nepal is beautiful.  We have a farm, so there are always things to do.  We don't have much, but I think this is okay.  I love my family very much, and I don't think I would like the city.  I have seen the capital once, and there are so many problems.  Other kids my age just live in the streets.  I am scared for them."

"No.  You are not to work that part of the city anymore.  At least not for awhile.  They are no good!  They're sick and miserable.  And who knows where they've been...or what they've been into; who they've been with?  And besides, virgins are worth more.  No.  Go work somewhere else.  Away from the city altogether.  Make them promises.  Tell them anything; they'll believe it."

Monday, May 16, 2011

A Film That's Short & Sweet

Well Acts in Motion: The Blog returns and with another link to a short film. In all honesty this is a bit of a test post as I attempt alternate means of Internet access while my PC is down. So without further ado I present The Butterfly Circus. It's a beautiful film about hope renewal and second chances. Enjoy!