Dear Reader,
For those of you who are keeping up with our events, don't forget about our yard/bake sale on the 24! That's next Saturday, less then a week away. We're taking care of all those last minute details that have been piling up, but have no fear! Our fundraising event will be organized for smooth sailing on Saturday. We've checked the weather, and so far it's looking good, but on the off chance that there is rain, the fundraising event will be moved to the following Saturday.
On another note, we do have some news protaining to Sudan. George Clooney was resently arrested for protesting against the Sudanese Government's genocide towards the ethnic miniorities of the country. He did so in an effort to capture the international community's attention so that we may all become more aware of the atrocities that have been occuring for decades in that region. You can read more about the protest and the arrest in the following article:
http://abcnews.go.com/Politics/OTUS/george-clooney-arrested-sudan-embassy-washington-dc/story?id=15936415&page=2
George Clooney is exceptionally inspirational. It's always nice to see someone who is so well known using his fame in the interests of others. Yes, for those gossips out there, we love hearing about who cheated on who and who's got arrested this month. However, I can't remember the last time I heard about a celebrity being arrested for a good cause. This was defintely refreshing, and it is apparent that his arrest did some good, as it has brought about awareness.
Some of you are probably aware of the Kony issue that's been circling the media over the past few weeks. There have been two different opinions on the subject, one agreeing with the Invisible Children's efforts, and another saying that the whole idea is a waste of time, and people who are invested in the awareness project are doing so for selfish reasons. While we agree that it's important to become informed on any cause you decide to become a part of, and to question things, we believe that the important thing is to take action about injustices that occure throughout the world.
We understand if the Kony 2012 campaign is not something you agree with, but the efforts others are making to better the world is admirable. We need to care about what happens in this world, and we need to help eachother make the best of what we have. If you don't agree with Kony 2012, then we urge you to find a cause you do agree with. Find something you're passionate about, get involved, and make your efforts mean something!
Anyway, stay tuned for further updates on Sudan and Arts to Live by. We hope everyone enjoyed their St. Patrick's Day, and as the Irish say,
"Wishing you a rainbow
For sunlight after showers—
Miles and miles of Irish smiles
For golden happy hours—
Shamrocks at your doorway
For luck and laughter too,
And a host of friends that never ends
Each day your whole life through!"
Sincerely,
Lainie and Bree
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