The timing on this one is truly coincidental, but the article and blog below were brought to my attention this week, just as we finished a dub of "The Singing Revolution" to ship out for Israeli TV. The film has been picked up by both Israeli TV and Al Jazeera - an amazing combination.
Life must go on in Gaza and Sderot is the name of a blog that graphically describes life in a war zone. The blog is written by two men, one is an Israeli who lives in the frequently rocketed Sderot; the other, a Palestinian who lives in the Sajaia refugee camp in Gaza...
The two bloggers, Hope Man and Peace Man, have never met yet are united by their desire for peace. They may not be able to directly do much to end the violence, but at least they're talking, and doing what they can. They're taking a step...
Michael Petrou of Macleans.ca (Canada's weekly news magazine) recently posted a piece on the two bloggers aptly titled, Bloggers without Borders, The piece illustrates the role of technology in fostering friendships across borders, between citizens of warring factions and among individuals.
When I read this story, I was reminded of one of Dr. King's quotes. "It is not enough to say we must not wage war. It is necessary to love peace and sacrifice for it."
Many before us, around the world, know what it means to 'sacrifice for peace' more than I can ever imagine. And most of us, I would bet...
Comments (1)
True revolution can come from amazing, unexpected places.
Posted by coe | February 16, 2009 7:21 PM
Posted on February 16, 2009 19:21