I work here in Ecuador for a fair trade company. We work with artisans who make handmade jewelry. I think most fair trade companies, we somewhat unconsciously promote the idea that all our artisan partners are just lovely people who are something not unlike charming little elves- whistling while they work- always smiling, and always … Continue reading judge one another as you shall be judged
“We are uncertain of the next step, but we are certain of God. As soon as we abandon ourselves to God and the task he placed closest to us, he begins to fill our lives with surprises.” -Oswald Chambers Continue reading The surprises of God
People often generalize as a form of self-protection when boundaries are violated. They reason that if you swear off all members of a group representative of the person who hurt you, you are less likely to be hurt again. Continue reading more reflections on generalizations
