Happy Birthday America! Citizens of the USA gather this weekend to celebrate the day America gained its independence from Britain. The day freedom began to ring throughout the land. When our forefathers created a land of opportunity where people were free to raise their quality of life and standards if they just worked hard enough. America’s 239 years of existence have not been without it’s struggles, but overall the country has persevered and grown to a great nation by the people and for the people.
In your Uganda Fast Fact for the day – Uganda only recently gained its independence from Britain on October 9, 1962. That makes this country only 53 years old, still going through it’s adolescence. The country is still considered a developing country, working to build a strong infrastructure and economy to better the lives of its citizens.
It’s hard for citizens to navigate and build themselves up in a country and economy that is still developing. It’s even harder for orphaned children who don’t have the support of family or formal education. That’s why the work we do at Hope for Hearts is so important. We are contributing to the growth of these children by providing educational opportunities and a family support system. In giving these kids a hand up to gain their freedom and independence from the cycle of poverty, we are experiencing and contributing to the growth of what can one day be a great nation.
It’s because of the work of the forefathers of our great nation that we are able to contribute to the growth and development of another country. To that – we say thanks. Here’s to celebrating freedom, independence and the birth of a nation.
With Peace and Love,
Cristen
