Death is all around us, but I guess it doesn’t become real until it happens to someone we know. I am in a village where there is a funeral daily, thousands died in China during the earthquake, and yet I am not brought to brokenness and mourning until it happens to a friend. How numb are we? If it hurts this bad to lose one, how much does it hurt God to lose millions?
Blessed with taking a break from work and regaining some sanity. We went to Mochi to celebrate with the Peace Core. We heard the most amazing stories from their experiences while in Peace Core within the different villages, and I realized that each of them has lived and worked through some much more challenging and difficult lifestyles within a much longer period of time. I could not imagine living the way some of them did for years, and here I am wondering how I am going to get through 2 months. I was relieved to find out that the waves of being overjoyed or completely miserable are very common and if anything I don’t experience as many waves as some of the Peace Cores have.
On the bus ride back I sat while a young man stood beside me. I thought how strong he is to stand for hours and never even show discomfort upon his face, let alone dare to speak a word of complaint out loud. This made me so sad for the society I normally live within, in constant complaint of something, and I dare to say that none of the things we complain about in the States are worthy of being spoken. Rejoice in everything and do all things without complaining pierce my heart as I reflect upon the words of the Apostle Paul. To pound the reality of how privileged we are I witnessed men and women volunteering to shovel the dung of cows, poultry, and pigs with their bare hands.
This week I met the bravest young man named Amodaious. He is fifteen but his appearance deceives one into believing he is eight. He is living in a hospital bed, while AIDS steals his life. Never again should I dare to think my life is difficult after knowing the most inspiring soul.
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Breezy you continue to amaze me! xoxox
I feel what you feel. We are over privileged and self absored. I love and miss you sooo much. I had brocitus and am recovering. but i am still very blessed to have you for a daughter. love and blessing.
Yes, The reality of the state of our world is indeed overwhelming. No wonder so many shut their eyes. I am glad yours are open to capture these photos so that we can see, feel and let it touch our lives. I pray for more of God’s compassion to be poured out in our hearts and move us to action.
Breezy, it looks and sounds like God is moving, and challenging you! Its good to be stretched, and more dependent on Him. Praying for you and missing you!
Carol
Dear Breezy,
I can tell that God is giving you new perspectives and wisdom from all that your seeing and experiencing there. I continue to pray that in the midst of every joyful moment or heartbreaking struggle you face, you would be able to see the situation as an opportunity to understand Him more. I love what you wrote and the pictures too. Take care and know that you are amazing!
always, Danielle
Breezy Azevedo,
You are so incredibly missed(: Your blog has ministered to me over the passed week. You are touching our lives while a half a world away. I love you! Keep on keepin’ on! LOVE MANDA
Hey Breezy this is your dad I hope you are doing well. You are in my thoughts every second. I am proud of the whole team!
Love ya.
Dad
Breezy,
I got your letter and I’m praying so much for you. If you can check your email, I sent you a response. It was too long to write here. I asked God to give me a word of encouragement for you, and He did. So whether you get the email now or later, just know it’s there waiting for you : )
always, Danielle
Breezy,
I think about you each day and I pray for God’s protection for you on this exciting trip. Your pictures and letters are interesting and wonderful to see. I have had a wonderful time with your mom and dad. They are taking good care of me. I’ve been in the Bay area with my family this week and it is wonderful to share with them. Deb is writing this email for me because I know nothing about computers. I had her print out this article. God be with you and see you soon. It will be good to see you when you get home. Bless you… Love Grandma B
hi breezy, i hope you got my letter from Debbie and me. we will continue to pray for your safety and health of the whole team. we love you and god be with you. love grandma ‘b’. keep up the good work. our hearts go out to you love mom.
Breezy,
You are absolutely amazing. You are so powerful, and I just love your portraits, they speak so much. I love you and you are so missed. I learn so much every time I look at what you post. With love and many prayers,
Laurie
Breezy-
Thank you for sharing your portraits and your words. God has blessed you to be a blessing. It is inspiring to think about you not only rejoicing always even in a place where is so common, but also giving that joy to others.