by Karen M.

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March 7, 2007

A Sad Story...

January 29, 2008 07:02 PM EST

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I was just spending some time on Boomertowne when I found one of the saddest stories that I have read in a great deal of time. In this day and age, it is scary that people must resort to this avenue to stay fed. I know it is also happening right here in the United States, but this article just made me sad.

I hope you will check it out and let me know your feelings on Poor Haitians Resort to Eating Dirt . The part about Charlene is what really got to me as her baby lay on her lap. I know there isn't much I personally can do about it, but it still makes me sick.

Tags: starving, article, life, food, people

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donna h. Jan 29, 2008, 7:04pm EST

I didn't read that yet..I will

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Sarah (is happy to be near a T.V.) G. Jan 29, 2008, 7:13pm EST

Thanks for bringing this to my attention.

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Leah Christensen Jan 29, 2008, 7:25pm EST

It is scary.

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Danielle P. Jan 29, 2008, 7:34pm EST

It is so so sad.

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Rebecca C. Jan 29, 2008, 7:35pm EST

That is so sad.

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Allana G. Jan 29, 2008, 8:14pm EST

I couldn't reach the article through the link for some reason. But the title is enough to know that it was tragic.

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Brian T. Jan 29, 2008, 8:32pm EST

Thanks and Hati is a land that can really use a lot of help

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Lisa J Jan 29, 2008, 9:13pm EST

It told me the story was no longer there?

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Cheryl W. Jan 29, 2008, 9:35pm EST

I'll be sure and check it out, Karen. Thanks for the link.

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Melanie B. Jan 29, 2008, 9:44pm EST

I couldnt read the story. But from what I've heard, it is very sad.

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Lydia (part of the solution) Shelley Jan 30, 2008, 9:05am EST

Yes, it is sad. Let's add these people to our prayers.

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CyberGwen ! Jan 30, 2008, 1:43pm EST

That is so sad:(

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Nana to Seven Cutiepies Jan 30, 2008, 1:53pm EST

The requested article could not be found. I'm sure it was very sad though.

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Luke L. Jan 30, 2008, 7:54pm EST

The story is gone, anyone know if it being anywhere else?

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Connie C. Feb 1, 2008, 7:01pm EST

Karen,
The story cannot be found now. Sorry I missed it.

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