How could it be that in this land of plenty, there are more than plenty of children (over 16 million) suffering from hunger? From the mountains, to the prairies, to the oceans ... one in five children in our own backyard is trying to sleep on an empty stomach. They're also falling behind in school, unable to concentrate, hungry at that very moment, while also wondering where -- and when -- they may have a decent meal.
You may know one of these children, or worse, you may know them, and yet be unaware of their desperation because - like adults - ...
They can have happy endings. A Heart with Hope - Dedicated to Astou
Astou and her lovely, affable children live in peace now. They do the usual things: homework, share dinner, take baths, and relish a bedtime story together, yet their home is strikingly different than it once was. Now there is pervasive tranquility, enough food and hot water for all, no nightmares in their sleep, or worse – no 911 calls for help that all too often resulted in further victimization of Astou, who lacked the native language to communicate her innocence and victimization. Astou professes her gratitude for PADV ...
