Africa or Bust

The rumors, whether you've heard them or not, are true. I'm moving to Uganda… which is in Africa… next to Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

It's interesting that, though I've been asked many questions by people close to me about my move, not one has asked me why. Why move? Why give up what we have? Why sacrifice?

Not one.

The way I look at, that means that I've got some great people around me. You understand why I'll go. You understand what life is about and that an opportunity like this is not to be missed, no matter how much lifetime income I may be giving up.

When I was flying back from Hong Kong I sat next to a guy - big guy, 6'8" I think - who ran a company that got things manufactured in China. I told him about my work in India, working with kids that weren't given a fair shot. He told me I should consider switching tactics, working with the rich and gifted kids because then, as the kids go on to do great things, I would find gratification. To him, if he happens across this, I say, "Friend, you've missed the point. It's not about my gratification. It's about them."

Because they are God's children. Blessed are the poor. Whatever you do unto the least of these. That's why I'll go.