Today we had our third or fourth Iraqi Bazaar on our base since arriving in October. The bazaar is run by Iraqi widows. It is pretty neat being able to buy locally made items from the widows of Iraqi victims of the war. It is also a sad reminder of the evil that once prevailed in this Country. On the other hand, it is a joyous day that can be celebrated by the liberation of these people who not long ago could not have openly sold their goods or mingled among US Soldiers. They would have been seen as traitors and would be risking their lives by simply coming to our base.
Seeing the other side, so to speak, reminds me that times might be tough and get tougher, but with God there is always a day of liberation. A day when we look back and see the work he has done in us to get us to the point we now find ourselves. Personally, it is difficult being this far away from home, but I know to trust in Him to see me through. I don't know what tomorrow will bring, but I know the opportunities I have today. It is my prayer that I will take full advantage of these opportunities and bring glory to God. What I do know about the future provides the motivation to live for today. The knowledge that one day I will be in His presence and all will be well with my soul.
God bless our Country and God bless the Iraqi people as they attempt to live in peace.
5 comments:
Great post Dale. So, did you buy anything for your lovely wife and 2beautiful children while you were at the bazaar? Love you most!
Dale, it was good to read about your recent activity in Iraq. Did you say "shopping"?? I'm there! Truly though, how wonderful to be able to interact with the Iraqi people in such a positive way, knowing that you are contributing to their livelihood. Praying for you and your team, Barbara
Talk about progress! When I enlarged the picture, it seemed that there were beautiful scarves, or shawls, Do they take VISA or MasterCard?? Miss you...keep the posts coming.
Cool. I need to get Don post about his " Bazaar" experience.
So "yard sales", "flea markets", are a cross cultural addiction. ;)
Hope you got some good deals on some sweet stuff.
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