Now wait! That doesn't mean I'm really rich by U.S. standards. I'm not. It means all us Americans are rich. It's all about perspective.
For instance --- $8 could buy ME 15 organic apples ... or ... 25 fruit trees for farmers in Honduras to grow and sell fruit at their local markets for income.
$30 could buy ME a "LOST" dvd box set ... or ... a first-aid kit for an entire Haitian village.
$73 could buy ME a new cell phone ... or ... a new mobile health care unit for AIDS orphans in Uganda.
$2,400 could buy ME a pretty spectacular high-def TV unit ... or ... schooling for an entire GENERATION of children in Angola.
Just something to think about.
And be blessed.
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I found this website, as I was curious where I came in. It turns out I am among the top 7.48 in the world. I was a little surprised, as I don't make very much money. However, I have good insurance and am putting money into my 401k every paycheck, so that feels good. My heart goes out to those in desperate circumstances. How was I so blessed to live in America and not someone else?
I'm not sure if anyone is interested, but there is a great organization called KIVA. For as low as $25 you can help provide small business loans for people in underdeveloped countries. They pay it back over time. I have done this a few times and I always got my money back and helped someone to be able to support themselves. It is along the lines of Heifer International. Which I also have donated to. I like the idea of helping someone to become self-sufficient. Just a thought.
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