Where do I begin. I have been keeping a little log and I don't have much time. But here goes. As many of you know Leah works in the social justice Non Government Organization (NGO) world, specializing in the fight against the sex trafficking of women and children.
There is a film crew here to do a documentary called The Sold project (hence the link on the side bar). I met all of these twenty- somethings on fire for this project. (Talk about make it happen non-whiners!) I went to a filming of the interview with Leah. I will upload pictures and video of this when I get home. Later that night we went to the red light district. Very profound- hence the poetry. We took one of Leah's friend, a prostitute in Pattaya to a hotel and let her share her story on film. It was done with such respect and tenderness. She shared of her pain and the beatings and the shame. She felt trapped and spoke of many hard things. Leah held her hand through the entire taping. I am always amazed by my friend's beauty. She is like a pain seeker, so that she can bring healing to those that are wounded by the burdens of their life. Anyway, you have to go to Wednesdaythemovie.com so that you can see the work of 23 year-old director Joel Hassan, who is directing this production as well. Very inspiring team.
Now to Cambodia. I guess I just did not understand this trip. I just trust my friend. So, day one we spend at the museum ( S-21) the old school that was used to house and torture the Cambodian people during the Khumer Rouge rule. SO sad, I was nauseous after viewing the documentary. Then as we walk across to the cafe we are bombarded with beggars, scarred, eyes gouged, legless, crying out. I am freaked out. I just can't go sit in a cafe and have a nice lunch. Everyone is asking what is wrong, I can't even talk. Finally, I snap at Joel for something and he yells at me and I just start bawling. I go up to the bathroom and bawl like a baby. WHew.
It took until this morning to verbalize what had happened in me. Joel and I talked about it and the truth is that I was utterly unprepared for third world country. I have so much more to share and God is definitely in this but I must go now so pray for us all, Mia was in a little accident while we have been gone, praise God for His protection. I will write more later. Love you all. Trish
Sunday, August 12, 2007
Trip update
Posted by trish at 8:47 PM
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I'm glad you're explaining your poetry. I never was good at reading it and figuring out the meaning behind it. ;)
I'm still reading the book you gave me and I can only read a little bit at a time. I can't imagine being there in the middle of it.
I pray that this trip would be a blessing to you and that you can bless others while you are there. I'm so glad someone is doing a documentary on this topic, although it is a difficult one and most people don't want to hear.
I love the IDEA of going to a third world country, but I'm not sure I'm ready for it. I still pray that this would be an amazing trip for you and for Joel. I can't wait to hear more!!
Okay, this is huge, Trish. This is huge and big and awesome and just............MUCH.
So Proud. That's what I am of you. You.................you just make me happy to know you and make me proud to have met you.
I'm a pain seeker too and will be ready to listen when you get home should you need someone to hold your hand.
You are one of the most beautiful flowers I have ever seen.
L
Right on. Thanks for sharing.
I can't believe you went to the torture house in Cambodia. That was the first place I thought of when you mentioned going to that country.
Yeah...third world countries...kind of gives a lot of perspective, I bet.
Keep it up.
Rachel- can I just say thank you. It does not seem like enough. You and Aaron have given us this gift. I hope Nash doesn't drive you crazy. email me at trublucatering@mac.com my other email is not working.
Leanne, we ARE friends. I love it.
Been a long time since I have had friends that were so loving. I am grateful God put you in my life too!
B,
PERSPECTIVE definitely perspective. Makes me wanna change the world. Makes me feel like it is possible. If you think about it, changing one life changes the world of those around the "one". Wrestling with whether I could live here or not. I will probably just start with Clyde. See what happens.
of course it's possible. you ARE changing lives from here too. lives that will continue to touch other lives- from here to Cambodia & back again. it's thrilling & mind-blowing & overwhelming when your world-view is changed so quickly. my prayer for you is that you will not take on too much at one time. deep breaths. sweet time with your husband. be a sponge this time, maybe more of a mop next time. i know you- you love to be a mop. and I love you. make the decision to have some fun while you are there and NOT feel guilty about it. xoxoE
Thank E! I love you too. THank you for being there for my girls and me too. Smooches.
Erica has some good, good, good advice. No mopping this time! ;)
It's great to read your perspective of our time together. Thanks so much for coming and being part of my world for a time. It has been a breath of life for you to enter into my world and tell me what you see.
I love you!
Leah
Man, what an exciting and amazing time you are having! I say exciting, because I know God is using this as a prepration for things to come! Amazing, beause you are getting to experience true poverty and sufferring.
I have never been to a third world country, but I know your description sounds aweful!
I pray for supernatural blessings for you and Joel! May the Finger of God touch you!
Hey girl...
It's Rachel, fomr The SOLD Project... HOW ARE YOU!?!?
curious if you could post this badge to your blog for the next week?
There is a contest that ends Jan.31. The charity with the most individual donations of $10 wins $50,000.
Post and spread the word.
THANKS!
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