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The Force of a Tiny Mustard Seed
By
Jana Melpolder
I have arrived in Bolivia. It’s cold. I’m freezing. And it’s awesome to be here. Our first day marked an incredible tour of the World Vision sites in the Cochabamba area, which lies in the vast mountains of Bolivia. We swiftly traveled to a school where many young children greeted us with shy smiles and…
How Do YOU Create a Better World?
By
Jana Melpolder
Soon I am going to travel to Bolivia to write on how international donors are making a difference in Bolivian communities. Some individuals (like myself) are inspired to travel far to help those in need. Others prefer to help those closer to their own communities or in their own country. It doesn’t always matter where a…
Oh, the Packing List…
By
Jana Melpolder
My head is spinning from all the items we can take with us to Bolivia. I’m looking at a list that suggests to take Aspirin, Melatonin, Neosporin – more “ins” than I can count. Don’t get me wrong, these suggestions are very helpful and I am very grateful for the list. But what do you really take with…
A Deeper Look at Poverty
By
Jana Melpolder
What is the definition of poverty? What does it mean to be poor in today’s modern world of multi-car families and HD television sets? Does poverty have the same effects all around the world? Apparently, no. Poverty can be easily recognized when you look at the pain-stricken face of a hungry child. Or at a…
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