Ray of Hope.
by Auma | February 18, 2008 at 5:18 PM
The US Secretary of state,Condoleezza Rice,was briefly in Kenya today.I saw the presence of the United States in Kenya.We felt the presence of the world to share our sorrows,and to help us come out with a solution that would bring back Kenya to the peace and glory that it used to flourish in.
The Government side,though,said they would not be pressured by outside forces to accept what is not within the Kenyan constitution.
Dr.Rice was in one voice with Hon.Koffi Annan's appeal for power sharing that would allow a real coalition.
In this side of my country,this call is what the majority is yearning for.The lines are hard,but the will of Kenyans,who are the voters of the opposing parties,must be put first.
The situation is still tense.No ethnic group will prove innocence,in the skirmishes that has left many homeless.Virtually,all tribes have been affected.
Charity Organizations cannot handle the evacuees efficiently any more.They are overwhelmed.I am appealing to any well wishers to give us a hand to help out in this very painful,sad state,caused by the legal act of democracy.
I am especially touched by the condition of the babies on transit,and would appeal for contribution of pampers,warm clothes and drinking water for them.We are in a rainy season,the children are cold and many have sores caused by nappy rash,inflicting more pain to the already existing poor state.
For any well wishers, mailing address can be obtained from PulseWire.
Leah.
Comments
Pampers, diaper cream and clothes
Leah,
As I sit here feeding jonah, I am thinking about those wet, cold children and my heart breaks. I've raised a little money, hope to raise more and will be sending as much as I can. I hope you get more responses to your request.
There is so much I want to say, but I have to tend to Jonah right now. Just know we send our love and wishes for a peaceful Kenya.
Jennifer, Jonah, Robyn (my sister), and Debbie (my mother-in-law)
Lullaby for Jonah
Sweet little baby sleep
Curled up in your mum's loving arms
The midnight star will shine over you
Though i be so far away
The African breeze so cool and fresh
Will blow over you and bring me near
To tell your mom what's happening here.
Sweet little baby sleep.
Sweet little baby sleep
When you wake up in the morning
The morning sun will shine over you
Give my love to Auntie Robyn
Tell granny Debbie so dear
To tell you that sweet fairy tale
Thank your mummy for thinking of other babies
Sweet little baby slee...
Leah.
Update from Jonah's family
My sweet and caring Leah,
Hi! After checking out postage rates from Portland to you, it seems you could probably make money go further. AC said that Jensine has your information, so as soon as I get it from her, I plan on wiring you money. I'll send an email with the particulars. The money is coming from me, Shawn (husband), Jonah, Shawn's parents, my parents and my sister. I wish we could send more.
I hope you will keep us posted on how the money is used. Everyone is really rooting for you, your daughter, the women/babies are you helping and Kenya.
Much love from us to you,
Jennifer
Finally!
Leah,
I wired money yesterday. Western Union should contact you when the money is there.
We are anxious to hear how things are progressing in Kenya. We hope the little money we sent can be put to good use.
Much love,
Jennifer, Jonah, Shawn, John, Harriet, Debbie, Denny, Robyn, Bob and Rob
Jennifer Ruwart, Chief Operating Officer, World Pulse
(Although I am part of the World Pulse team, the opinions I express on PulseWire are my own.)
Thank you Everybody!
To Jennifer,Jonah,Shawn,John,Harriet,Debbie,Denny,Robyn,Bob and Rob,
Thank you for extending your kindness this far!Today is a public holiday in Kenya,and so the banks are closed.I will check the money tomorrow.A password will be required.Can i lpease get it through email or skype?
The Internally Displaced will benefit a great deal from the funds.I will keep you posted when i get and use it.
With love and admiration,
Leah.