As 2004 is almost ending, a world-wide event has proven that no matter what our personal tragedies, there is always room for something greater in devastation than we could possibly imagine. I have no words to write about what I've gone through or am going through or anything like that at the moment. All my thoughts and prayers are halfway around the world, hoping that those areas devastated by the tidal wave and earthquake will be able to receive the aid they need in order to get through this horrific ordeal.

I donated to OXfam america (an organization that I'm familiar with after working with Amnesty International UK and also doesn't make me question like the Red Cross). If you want to donate to the relief effort, please go to networkforgood.org to see a list. I'd suggest going directly to the charity though. . I'm not big on solicitation but for this I'll definitely have to make the exception.