We Are the World

One of the biggest things to hit the Western Hemisphere this year was the massive earthquake in Haiti. Because I was in Sabah (and don't read the news regularly. yes, I know, selfish) the news didn't really rock my world. In fact, I only heard about it because the only section of the Sabah newspaper I read is Global Affairs. If I had been back in the States, this would've been front-page news and everyone would've been talking about it. It would've been the only topic of conversation. Well, that and who was going to go down and help. To be honest, I was quite envious of my friends who were able to go down and help with the relief efforts. I'm a nursing student myself and I wanted so much to go with the team from Union College. 

I saw the pictures that were taken and couldn't believe the amount of destruction that occurred in the span of a few short minutes. Whole buildings collapsed, thousands injured, and many many more just disappeared. People turned to realize that they no longer had homes, jobs, workplaces, and most of all, family members who'd disappeared. I cannot imagine the pain and disbelief they must have gone through. 

The other day, I was surfing Youtube and came across this video. To be honest, I'm glad that the industry that has such an impact on our lives had decided to lend a helping hand through of the best mediums possible. They were able to combine both their talents and their popularity to reach out to the world and convince other people to help. 

They also reminded me that we do have a responsibility to the rest of the world. We are all Children of God, and as brothers and sisters we should care for each other. 

A big shout out to all those who took time out of their lives to go out and serve others. Doctors, nurses, students, parents, everybody, you've truly been God's hands. 

Anyways, I really enjoyed this video and I hope you do too.

Misha