We have heard so much as of late about natural disasters that have left thousands dead and millions homeless.
Most of us sit at home quite comfortably reading horrific tales of disaster on our lap tops, hoping that kind of disaster will never come our way. And when it does, we think are more prepared in the “west” than any country. Well, we know that is not true after Katrina.
I read reports where people are amazed that help can not get to the people who have suffered from the world’s fury. At the disgust of local officials. My, what a short memory these people have.  Even here in Canada a few years back, many people in rural areas in the dead of winter were left without power for weeks!! Oh we heard the excuses but one just had to wait. In reality, man has no control over natural disasters. No one, no matter how much technology, can inform people how much damage will occur.
Again, I turn to Cuba. the fury that they see is hurricanes. They are well prepared. They prepare their people what to do. Call it what you want, but their people listen and people live through the torment and human life is spared. Perhaps it is time that nations should take note of what they do to protect their people.
My heart goes out to all who are at this moment suffering what nature has thrown in their path.  I wish I could help. I wish I could be there – even if it is to hold someone while they cry of their loss. But I cannot. I will trust those who are more equipped and ready to send experienced people to help. But is it not true, sometimes in adversity, all you want is some one to listen to you and some one to hold. We are because of technology closer but it some ways we are farther apart.
beautiful - just beautiful
