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Fast for Darfur – 4 years, no change

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On March 4, 2009 the International Criminal Court issued and arrest warrant for Omar al-Bashir, the President of Sudan. Bashir was indicted on seven counts of crimes against humanity including murder, extermination, forcible transfer, torture, and rape.

The Sudanese government, in retaliation, expelled a number of international aid agencies including Oxfam and Mercy Corps. The expulsion of these agencies placed “over one million people at life threatening risk,” according to Ban Ki-moon, the Secretary General of the United Nations.

I, along with Mia Farrow, and many others committed to fast to raise awareness of these crimes against humanity. Mia said, … View Full Post

Fast for Darfur – 4 years, no change

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I will be reposting my journal entries from my 2009 fast for Darfur, sadly they are still as relevant today as they were four years ago… nothing has changed.

Sunday, April 19
I passed out tonight, surely it wasn’t from the lack of calories, I think it had more to do with toxins flushing from my system. I thought a lot tonight about the mothers in Darfur. I saw many of them over a year ago and have never lost the image of their strength from my mind. They are the most courageous women I have ever met. Day after … View Full Post

Fast for Darfur – 4 Years, no change

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I will be reposting my journal entries from my 2009 fast for Darfur, sadly they are still as relevant today as they were four years ago… nothing has changed.

Friday April 17, 2009
Started refugee rations diet today. Thought I would start a bit early as I just felt compelled to get going. SO grateful for Mia and her commitment to this cause, her heart and passion to see change is an inspiration and I hope she feels supported with our presence in this. Grateful for Pam, I am blessed beyond measure to have such a dear friend, fellow mom … View Full Post

Empathy Part One: Soft wired to care

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My hometown, San Antonio, has one professional sports team, the Spurs. I am biased, of course, but the Spurs are an excellent NBA franchise. Because we only have the one team our fans are especially devoted to their Spurs. At any point in the year you can see Spurs banners flying outside of homes and “Go Spurs Go” stickers proudly displayed on bumpers. You can imagine what happens when the Spurs enter the playoffs. When we make the finals, the city grinds to a halt. I have often joined in a crowded room with people watching the Spurs compete … View Full Post