tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-64551657385528424822024-03-13T22:12:27.418-07:00W.A.L.K.Walk Alongside Liberia's KidsJulie Redmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12483152822626166103noreply@blogger.comBlogger58125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6455165738552842482.post-11374818449774127232012-08-16T21:40:00.002-07:002012-08-16T21:43:19.212-07:00A Message from LiberiaA new school year is upon us. So many challenges and exciting things happening. We want to just say thanks for sponsoring your child/children in Liberia. Thanks for praying for them. Thanks for sending the letters to them. Thanks for all that you do. I means the world to them.<br />
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I received an email from Liberia today and I wanted to share it here with you.<br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">I do not know how to thank you for your continual support towards my little brothers and sisters in Liberia. Had it not been for you, I do not know how these kids would go to school. I know that some could have just ended up in the streets selling for their parents. We are so glad that you came our way. God bless you bountifully as you sow in the lives of these children financially to educate them. </span><br />
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If you've followed the blog before, you know that Stephen's sister had passed away leaving two babies behind. They have been sponsored by a family here in the US and the babies are doing fabulously! They are growing by leaps and bounds and have remained healthy since birth. Such a blessing! AND, Rebecca gave birth to a healthy baby girl just recently and they named her Monconjay. She is totally adorable. I cannot wait to see her. Stephen and Rebecca have alot going on and I would ask that you cover them in prayer.<br />
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On another note, Donna will be taking a trip to Liberia in November. At this time we are sending over the previous letters and items that some of you have sent a few months back. Differing circumstances had made the past trips needing to be re-scheduled. So, if you have not heard back, you will next month when Donna comes back from the trip. I am hoping that all of you received your letters and/or drums from Liberia from the last trip. If something was missed please let me know! I am working on a return trip to Liberia during the beginning or ending of this coming summer. My date has not been planned yet because we have a graduation and a wedding within a month of each other. I will keep you updated on that as the plans unfold. (Keep it in the back of your mind and if there is something you would like me to do while I am there please email me.) If you wish to send another package or have not yet been able to and want to, this would be a great time to get something to me. By the end of October I will be sending everything to Donna to take with her. <br />
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One more quick update...Global Orphan Outreach has been working hard to make the website easier to navigate and understand. Go <a href="http://globalorphanoutreach.com/wordpress/education/liberian-literacy-program/">here</a> to see our changes that we are making. Now on to some pictures for you.<br />
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The twins.<br />
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Such little cuties. We are having fun watching them grow!<br />
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Yonjay is off to school this year. Look at his cuteness in his uniform.<br />
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And after a very long wait the arrival on Monconjay finally came. This is her dedication.<br />
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<br />Julie Redmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12483152822626166103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6455165738552842482.post-77198732500904445432011-09-23T18:14:00.001-07:002011-09-23T18:16:28.814-07:00<b>What sculpture is to a block of marble,
education is to the human soul.
~Joseph Addison~</b>Julie Redmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12483152822626166103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6455165738552842482.post-23486637626632897402011-07-28T08:52:00.000-07:002011-07-28T08:53:53.064-07:00I will be doing some posting on our walk with some more pictures soon. For now, here is a group picture of those who attended minus a few people, including our speaker.<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: white;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: georgia, serif; line-height: 18px;">"I have a dream that one day little black boys and girls will be holding hands with little white boys and girls."</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: georgia, serif; line-height: 18px;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: georgia, serif; line-height: 18px;"><br />
</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: georgia, serif; line-height: 18px;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: georgia, serif; line-height: 18px;"><a href="http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/23924.Martin_Luther_King_Jr_" style="text-decoration: underline;">Martin Luther King Jr.</a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: georgia, serif; line-height: 18px;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: georgia, serif; line-height: 18px;">(</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: georgia, serif; line-height: 18px;"><a href="http://www.goodreads.com/work/quotes/1618365" style="text-decoration: none;">I Have A Dream</a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: georgia, serif; line-height: 18px;">)</span></span>Julie Redmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12483152822626166103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6455165738552842482.post-28306637969692500242011-07-15T22:09:00.000-07:002011-07-15T22:10:59.458-07:00<b><span class="body" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">The function of education is to teach one to think </span></b><br />
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<span class="bodybold"> <a href="http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/quotes/m/martinluth402936.html" style="color: #ff9933; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-style: italic; font-weight: bold; line-height: normal; text-decoration: none;">Martin Luther King, Jr.</a><i style="font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-weight: bold;"> </i></span>Julie Redmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12483152822626166103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6455165738552842482.post-75922093880452226932011-06-28T00:34:00.001-07:002011-06-28T00:34:55.281-07:00A Message From Frank G. Traub<div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14.0pt;">I first heard about Global in January of this year when I was invited by a friend to accompany her to a workshop being hosted by the organization. When I returned home I immediately got in touch with Pastor Ben and told him that there was something very different about Global. As a <st1:country-region w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">Liberia</st1:place></st1:country-region> I’ve seen the workings of humanitarian organizations in my country; and believe me when I tell you, a lot of them do not account for much. It saddens my heart to see people pushing their own agenda under the guise of helping the needy. However, with Global there was just something different. As I looked into the faces of couples present and heard them talk about my people with so much passion, I knew that these people, while not the wealthiest donors, where making the most sacrifices. I saw and talked to husbands who stayed home as their wives did what their hearts told them was right.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14.0pt;">Fast forward to June and I’m invited to speak at a walkathon planned by Global. The objective: that people here in <st1:country-region w:st="on">America</st1:country-region> (especially their children) will have an idea about how most children in <st1:country-region w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">Liberia</st1:place></st1:country-region> walk to and from school (and many a times on empty stomachs). If I was surprised in January, I was blown out of my mind on Saturday, the 25<sup>th</sup>. I saw kids who were so enthusiastic about what their parents were involved in. I saw families of the organizers rally around them in support. But more than that, I saw Liberian kids who had been brought over to <st1:country-region w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">America</st1:place></st1:country-region> either for medical care or to be placed in proper homes with love and care. In any case, these kids were being given the opportunity to dream again- the opportunity to have hope in a world that they’d given up on.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14.0pt;">My only regret was that it was held so far in <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">Wisconsin</st1:place></st1:state> where not many Liberians are; and I thought a lot of Liberians should have the opportunity to see what’s really being done to help us as a nation. So if there is a possibility of a program being held in <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">Minnesota</st1:place></st1:state>, I would gladly welcome the idea. The hearts and the motive of the people involved are too pure to not be allowed to touch and encourage others. So on behalf of the Liberian people, I say a big THANK YOU! And may God continue to bless the works of your hands!!!<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14.0pt;">Yours truly, Frank Glenn<o:p></o:p></span></div>Julie Redmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12483152822626166103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6455165738552842482.post-32709879713895180492011-06-25T21:23:00.000-07:002011-06-25T21:23:13.039-07:00The Big Day is Here (and now over)A brief update on our walk today......<br />
We had amazingly beautiful weather and a really great time! I will be downloading pics and finishing up final details of the walk. Thank you to all who helped this day be a success!Julie Redmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12483152822626166103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6455165738552842482.post-76925788246410447792011-06-16T22:25:00.000-07:002011-06-16T23:34:15.963-07:00Meet the Speaker<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Last year we had the privilege of hearing Pastor Ben Kangar speak at the walk. Ben is originally from Liberia, West Africa but now resides in the U.S. with his wife and children. We enjoyed our time and Ben did an excellent job speaking about school in Liberia and his experiences growing up there.<br />
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This is the program for the graduating students. Victoria is number 25...the very last one.<br />
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Almost done, Victoria!<br />
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</div><div>I have a pastor friend who did a challenge on facebook. His challenge was to set a goal between Memorial Day and Labor Day. My mind immediately went to what I could give up in order to give back. It seems to be a common theme among organizations lately...."give up your soda, your coffee, a meal, etc. etc. and give that money to the needy, the orphan, the widow. And, though you've probably heard it a million times and maybe even tried it before, can I encourage one person or maybe even two to give up something for this challenge? <b>But, what is that challenge $ going to be used for? </b></div><div><b><br />
</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-88AkcGqXioA/TeMI4AlNZdI/AAAAAAAACuQ/a4Mk16GN1Xs/s1600/IMG_8322.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-88AkcGqXioA/TeMI4AlNZdI/AAAAAAAACuQ/a4Mk16GN1Xs/s320/IMG_8322.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><div>This is the picture of Stephen and his wife, Rebecca that is on the side bar of this blog. I have many pictures of them but since this is my all-time favorite one I am posting this one. again. :) Stephen is the guy who does all the work for the LLP. (Liberian Literacy Program) And, by "all the work", I mean <b>ALL THE WORK!</b> From going to each school to do student profiles, taking pictures, meeting with all the families, setting up meetings, doing the meetings,working with school principals, distributing funds, buying supplies and uniforms and meeting with the Ministry of Health, this guy is truly busy. Now imagine this. He <i>already</i> has a full-time job outside of working for the LLP. He has a wife and son that he adores and needs his time. ( BTW, Rebecca is pregnant and is due during the upcoming weeks!! Yay! I really can't wait and wish I was going to be there!) He has been taking care of newborn twins for weeks since the passing of his sister. He is involved in church. He helps out his family and friends whenever he can. That's Stephen.</div><div><br />
</div><div>But now imagine this...His full-time job outside of LLP barely gives him enough money to live on. In Liberia they call that living "hand to mouth", meaning that there is not enough to go around. He has taken in a couple different kids for the past year and fed them and given them a place to stay, even when he does not have much himself. And the hardest part for me to type....last year from the LLP he received $250.00 for the year!! Not much. <i>Really</i> not a lot when you take out expenses for all of the above! </div><div><br />
</div><div>Stephen came into our program as a volunteer, just like the rest of us. He knew we couldn't pay him when we started. He still insists on volunteering. His heart is in this program. Since our program is growing and his workload is getting heavier, I would like to give him something extra. So, what I have decided to do is find things to give up during the months between Memorial Day and Labor Day and give that money to Stephen. My personal challenge will be $25.00/month for those 3 months. As I am looking at ways to fund another $25.00/month into our already taxed budget, I know that if I give up some of those unnecessary purchases (like the occasional pop from the gas station when filling up) it will add up quickly. The kids have all given some clothes for a consignment store and my mother-in-law is donating aluminum cans from the place she is working. We are cashing in our brakes that we had replaced, to a scrap company. I am going to Craigslist some items from home. And, I am asking if any of you will join me. Will you commit to this challenge with me from Memorial Day to Labor Day? It doesn't have to be $25.00. It can be $1.00, $5.00 or $10.00. Anything will help. Stephen is such a huge part of this program! Please consider how you could bless him in his efforts in Liberia. <br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><i><b> you educate an entire nation"</b></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><i><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> </span>~African Proverb</b></i></span>Julie Redmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12483152822626166103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6455165738552842482.post-68011325565537670122011-05-26T20:05:00.000-07:002011-05-26T20:05:56.329-07:00Walkathon Registrations are Ready!Please check out our walkathon registration page. We have finally added the form and it is ready for you to download and print. Register soon to guarantee a t-shirt at event. We are looking forward to seeing you there!Julie Redmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12483152822626166103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6455165738552842482.post-59690053768088475372011-05-24T20:08:00.000-07:002011-05-24T20:10:25.199-07:00<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><b> Education is the most</b></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><b> powerful weapon which</b></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><b> the world.</b></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><b> ~Nelson Mandela~</b></span><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3BI5VW6O8Bw/Tdsmo8-qp4I/AAAAAAAACsk/lho0vHgTkf8/s1600/DSC02055.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3BI5VW6O8Bw/Tdsmo8-qp4I/AAAAAAAACsk/lho0vHgTkf8/s320/DSC02055.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Throwing a bit of Dr. Suess in there because that is what I am thinking about right about now.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vrf7fT82RCA/TdsvISUOAQI/AAAAAAAACts/og-mgp9-jH0/s1600/dr+suess.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vrf7fT82RCA/TdsvISUOAQI/AAAAAAAACts/og-mgp9-jH0/s320/dr+suess.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br />
So we decided to catch a few of those.....ummm, <i>interesting </i>hats. This one definitely qualified for the "interesting" kind of hat.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-A1GrN3xd1yI/Tdsmqgb70uI/AAAAAAAACss/eOVATtV0zOw/s1600/DSC02057.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-A1GrN3xd1yI/Tdsmqgb70uI/AAAAAAAACss/eOVATtV0zOw/s320/DSC02057.JPG" width="240" /></a></div>and sort of "green bay packerish" hats...<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-uAf3gHIkyNs/TdsmrVFuYzI/AAAAAAAACsw/wDtANi54Qoc/s1600/DSC02058.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-uAf3gHIkyNs/TdsmrVFuYzI/AAAAAAAACsw/wDtANi54Qoc/s320/DSC02058.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>We even had bicycle helmets. Yep, they count.<br />
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Uh, we interrupt our hat show to give you my <strike>hyper</strike> active son's "Mom, look at me!" pic. Sorry. We are working on not interrupting...<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-4pOczQ5Aayo/Tdsmvu-DEUI/AAAAAAAACtE/rXBtjFVzJe8/s1600/DSC02063.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-4pOczQ5Aayo/Tdsmvu-DEUI/AAAAAAAACtE/rXBtjFVzJe8/s320/DSC02063.JPG" width="240" /></a></div>Oh, not finished interrupting yet? Nope, "Mom, look at what I made in school today!" We'll keep working hard on this area...<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-vqxdkdtnxjA/TdsmwZCLIXI/AAAAAAAACtI/ikyAeZj7CSI/s1600/DSC02064.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-vqxdkdtnxjA/TdsmwZCLIXI/AAAAAAAACtI/ikyAeZj7CSI/s320/DSC02064.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>Back to our hats, we had Tigger hats, too. <br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div> The kids in Teddy's class showing off their hats.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>So, there you have it. An updated version of Hat Day. We think the day was a big success! We were able to raise $222.00 for our Liberian school children!! Our kids are making a difference! A great big <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">THANK YOU</span> goes out to everyone who helped and contributed.Julie Redmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12483152822626166103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6455165738552842482.post-24620285584662025152011-05-22T18:07:00.000-07:002011-05-22T18:07:12.901-07:00Letters<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ODsKJSwOqk0/TdmxvOeTMDI/AAAAAAAACsA/NybKhK93fCY/s1600/IMG_0187.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ODsKJSwOqk0/TdmxvOeTMDI/AAAAAAAACsA/NybKhK93fCY/s320/IMG_0187.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">For those of you that have sent letters to me......they are on the way to Liberia to your sponsor kids. I know the kids will be delighted to hear from you, see your pictures and write back! </div>Julie Redmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12483152822626166103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6455165738552842482.post-46729221145073413142011-05-18T19:51:00.000-07:002011-05-18T19:58:14.941-07:00Walkathon ShirtsFor those of you going to go on the walkathon, your shirt is covered in the cost of attending. For those of you who just like the shirt and would like to order one (or more), this is what they will look like: (click on shirt for a larger view of shirt)<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3K5cENS7z7o/TdSD7suHIYI/AAAAAAAACr8/X8D5I6zVpUU/s1600/redman_tshirt.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3K5cENS7z7o/TdSD7suHIYI/AAAAAAAACr8/X8D5I6zVpUU/s320/redman_tshirt.jpg" width="247" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The cost for the adult shirts is $20.00 + shipping. I will be updating with all the shirt prices, including children's sizes. Leave me a comment if you think you are interested. Thanks!</div>Julie Redmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12483152822626166103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6455165738552842482.post-12236726692790282972011-05-17T21:23:00.000-07:002011-05-23T20:08:53.814-07:00We Are Almost There!<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">WE ONLY HAVE <strike>4 3</strike> 2</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;"> STUDENTS LEFT TO SPONSOR!</span><br />
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<strike>LeRoyd, who is $10.00/month</strike> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">LeRoy has been sponsored!!</span><br />
<strike>Annie, who is $10.00/month</strike> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">Annie has been sponsored!!</span><br />
<strike>Rachel, who is $10.00/month</strike> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">Rachel has been sponsored!!</span><br />
<strike>Rebecca, who is $10.00/month</strike> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">Rebecca has been sponsored!!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">We are so close to having tuition paid for ALL our students in the program this year. </span><br />
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If you choose to be a sponsor of one of the above children, Stephen, our country director, will send you this!<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-A_CSJQFXa6I/TdNMRHw5KBI/AAAAAAAACro/spwVP6m4GcU/s1600/costs+5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-A_CSJQFXa6I/TdNMRHw5KBI/AAAAAAAACro/spwVP6m4GcU/s320/costs+5.jpg" width="240" /></a></div>Ok, maybe not <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i>this </i>particular one, but one like it. And although it is not a big djembe drum, it is a nifty (did I just say that? I haven't said "nifty" in a long time, maybe ages!) little item to have in your home......just because it is from Liberia. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">*And for those of you who just may want one <i>just for fun~</i>contact me and for $15.00 we will get you one too! Shipping space is limited so it will be a first-come, first-served basis. This offer ends this Saturday. Thanks!</span>Julie Redmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12483152822626166103noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6455165738552842482.post-66689868006256838632011-05-14T10:40:00.000-07:002011-05-14T10:42:02.505-07:00Success<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-tiw095iSmBQ/Tc67-1hvpgI/AAAAAAAACrI/GtXuNp1uOmU/s1600/Success+standing+.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-tiw095iSmBQ/Tc67-1hvpgI/AAAAAAAACrI/GtXuNp1uOmU/s320/Success+standing+.jpg" width="240" /></a></div>Success is a 6 year old boy who is in need of a sponsorship to attend his second year of school. His mother is also a student at the University of Liberia. She sells candy on the campus to support her and her son. Success' school tuition is $50.00 for the year. We would love to see him have a sponsor who will write to him and encourage him in his education. If you feel you would like to sponsor Success, please email me at the above "contact me" page and you can immediately start a relationship with him.Julie Redmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12483152822626166103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6455165738552842482.post-74747142215608963502011-05-13T19:57:00.000-07:002011-05-13T19:57:59.501-07:00ALL THE CHILDREN THAT WE PUT ON THE SPONSORSHIP PAGE HAVE BEEN SPONSORED! <br />
THANK YOU,<br />
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THANK YOU AGAIN!<br />
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WE WILL POST THE REMAINING CHILDREN SOON.Julie Redmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12483152822626166103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6455165738552842482.post-38454282239798897122011-05-10T19:32:00.000-07:002011-05-10T20:44:39.796-07:00President Ellen J. Sirleaf Talks on Education<object classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" height="374" id="ep" width="416"><param name="allowfullscreen" value="true" /><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><param name="wmode" value="transparent" /><param name="movie" value="http://i.cdn.turner.com/cnn/.element/apps/cvp/3.0/swf/cnn_416x234_embed.swf?context=embed&videoId=world/2010/10/20/bush.liberia.education.challenge.cnn" /><param name="bgcolor" value="#000000" /><embed src="http://i.cdn.turner.com/cnn/.element/apps/cvp/3.0/swf/cnn_416x234_embed.swf?context=embed&videoId=world/2010/10/20/bush.liberia.education.challenge.cnn" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" bgcolor="#000000" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always" width="416" wmode="transparent" height="374"></embed></object>Julie Redmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12483152822626166103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6455165738552842482.post-9159731303544610382011-05-10T10:46:00.000-07:002011-05-10T10:46:18.811-07:00Stratford Elementary Hat DayHats off to Ingrid, one of the fifth graders (who happens to be my niece) who is organizing this HAT DAY fundraiser. A note went home with elementary students this week. Bring $1 to school on May 12 and you can wear your favorite hat all day. <br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-9IsRPBEy7lU/Tcl3LNKAwpI/AAAAAAAACq4/Ja6091Kkf_c/s1600/DSC02055.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-9IsRPBEy7lU/Tcl3LNKAwpI/AAAAAAAACq4/Ja6091Kkf_c/s320/DSC02055.JPG" width="240" /></a></div>I will let you know how it turns out. Thanks goes out to Ingrid Bender who is a mighty force (even at 11 years old) for Liberia's kids!Julie Redmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12483152822626166103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6455165738552842482.post-62789100751151921522011-05-10T08:35:00.000-07:002011-05-10T08:47:55.726-07:00Garage Sale for LiberiaFriday and Saturday we held a garage sale to benefit the Liberian Literacy Program. It was a success and we sold just about everything we had. The remaining clothes and small things will now go to a consignment store to be sold.<br />
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Even the REALLY, REALLY, OLD, OUTDATED items sold! (Like the brass end table with glass top)<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-AmXwqr_It_Q/TclY_0-vFpI/AAAAAAAACq0/DPJhVhO_F7M/s1600/DSC02029.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-AmXwqr_It_Q/TclY_0-vFpI/AAAAAAAACq0/DPJhVhO_F7M/s320/DSC02029.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>In the end we sold $220.00 for Liberia! Not bad, considering we sold most items at 25-50 cents! Time to change the thermometer again. :)Julie Redmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12483152822626166103noreply@blogger.com0