What is Kiva?

I have made three loans to three businesses in need. I really like this idea and hopefully it will work for all those individuals trying to start their own businesses. Well, I did make a loan to someone who is looking to repair their home, they both have jobs which I think might allow them to be able to pay back loans, I am not sure if anyone else will buy that. I guess the organisation that is working with them would not recommend the project if they didn't have confidence. The loan is for 18 mos. but this is a home for these people. The other business is a shop and construction company. It reminds me of when I was 17 years old and I sponsored a foster child in Brazil, I felt really good about doing something like that. Anyhow, I really believe that people should help others less fortunate regardless of where they are.

Kiva.org

the Power Within

Yesterday, I was one of what seemed like thousands of people who turned out to hear William Jefferson Clinton. I was very much impressed with his message ~ and it could not come at a better time. I mentioned a lot of statistical information (far too much too many stats to repeat here) and it only brought to light his message. I am guessing he is on a book tour as they were selling his book, "Giving, How Each of Us Can Change The World'. In other words, as private citizens, don't wait for the government to do something or the private corporations; we should be the ones"... to seek out what each of us, "regardless of income, available time, age, and skills", can do to help, to give people a chance to live out their dreams." I was inspired.

The book can be purchased from amazon.ca for only $14.97! (and free shipping if you purchase $39 or more).