I've been volunteering.
But for what exactly? Well, I hope that everyone knows about this. It's global news now but if you haven't heard the news, Taiwan has been severely hit by Typhoon Morakot.
Before anyone asks why I care so much, it's because I have family in Taiwan, not to mention I'm a legal citizen there. This typhoon is probably one of the most serious cases for a while. A village, similar to the ones I've been in, has been completely wiped out by a mudslide, burying every resident alive. My family got lucky; they live up north in Hsingchu where there was the least damage.
Some people go through their whole lives without knowing that Taiwan is an actual country. Some people don't care, even if they know. I hate being the person that asks for donations, but it's different this time. My family could have been the ones buried alive.
Now on to the better news: There is a group that's been actively asking for donations, helping out in Taiwan. If you haven't heard of them, they're the Tzu Chi Foundation. They've helped out with the earthquake in China, the tsunami a few years ago; This group responds immediately to international disasters. I've actually been involved with this group for years now, and they are the most kind-hearted people I know. (It's a Buddhist thing, don't ask me. I don't get how people can be so optimistic either)
It's understandable if money is an issue here; I'm just perfectly happy to know that I've spread the news. If you can help though, please head to the groups main web page or just spread the word! If you actually clicked here and read through the entire, depressing story, I truly appreciate it.
After all, Taiwan is my second home.
But for what exactly? Well, I hope that everyone knows about this. It's global news now but if you haven't heard the news, Taiwan has been severely hit by Typhoon Morakot.
Before anyone asks why I care so much, it's because I have family in Taiwan, not to mention I'm a legal citizen there. This typhoon is probably one of the most serious cases for a while. A village, similar to the ones I've been in, has been completely wiped out by a mudslide, burying every resident alive. My family got lucky; they live up north in Hsingchu where there was the least damage.
Some people go through their whole lives without knowing that Taiwan is an actual country. Some people don't care, even if they know. I hate being the person that asks for donations, but it's different this time. My family could have been the ones buried alive.
Now on to the better news: There is a group that's been actively asking for donations, helping out in Taiwan. If you haven't heard of them, they're the Tzu Chi Foundation. They've helped out with the earthquake in China, the tsunami a few years ago; This group responds immediately to international disasters. I've actually been involved with this group for years now, and they are the most kind-hearted people I know. (It's a Buddhist thing, don't ask me. I don't get how people can be so optimistic either)
It's understandable if money is an issue here; I'm just perfectly happy to know that I've spread the news. If you can help though, please head to the groups main web page or just spread the word! If you actually clicked here and read through the entire, depressing story, I truly appreciate it.
After all, Taiwan is my second home.
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