"When you begin to think outside the box, you often become some other "leaders" lousy follower. That usually costs something" (Andy Rayner)

"Our guardian angels are bored." (Mike Foster)

It's where I feel I'm at these days. “In the second half of life, it is good just to be a part of the general dance. We do not have to stand out, make defining moves, or be better than anyone else on the dance floor. Life is more participatory than assertive, and there is no need for strong or further self-definition” (Falling Upward. Richard Rohr.120).

Thursday, October 25, 2012

Criticisms Commonly Made When People Work Overseas

This was written in mid 1960's. It's still the typical reaction.
"We were the first people from our area to leave for the Peace Corps, and the reaction of our friends and fellow citizens ranged from shock and bitterness to encouragement and praise. Many thought we were crazy to give up our good life and two years of potential advancement to expose ourselves to health hazards and unknown dangers. Others said things like, "Why don't you leave the work to the foreign service and to the missionaries? We don't need more people overseas." And still others criticized us for not staying home to help those less fortunate around us."
(Barrios of Manta. Rhoda & Earle Brooks)
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