Tuesday, April 16, 2013

WW-Count your blessings

This week's Wordless Wednesday is shifting gears. The image below may not be for everyone. It's a photo of The Tunnel People. Those living underground who are now homeless. In light of yesterday's bombing and seeing where our country (US) is headed, we all need to count our blessings.

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The Tunnel People -Deeper underground: Steven and Kathryn live in a 400sq ft 'bungalow' under Las Vegas which they have lovingly furnished with other people's castoffs.

The saddest part is the fact that authorities found dirty diapers in the areas near these tunnels. That must mean that babies were being raised in that kind of an environment.
 
Unfortunately, this kind of thing is happening all over the nation. In recent years, the tunnel people of Las Vegas have received quite a bit of publicity all over the world. It has been estimated that more than 1,000 people live in the massive network of flood tunnels under the city…

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27 comments:

  1. stevebethereApril 16, 2013 at 10:25 AM

    OMG tht is awful to have to live down there, I have never heard of this before.

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    1. Michele ClarkeApril 16, 2013 at 2:57 PM

      Only in the movie Terminator. It's really sad where we are headed.

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  2. Mystery CaseApril 16, 2013 at 11:06 AM

    OMG thanks for sharing. I'm off to read more.

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  3. AnonymousApril 16, 2013 at 12:02 PM

    Thanks for hosting.
    would be nice if you can link up at my blog.
    Have a nice day.
    Nan
    http://www.blogshe.net

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  4. Theresa MahoneyApril 16, 2013 at 12:44 PM

    Definitely makes me count my blessings. It's so sad that this great nation lets its own people down. No one should be forced to live in a flood tunnel!

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  5. UnknownApril 16, 2013 at 2:05 PM

    I've never been rich, but I've always had a roof over my head. Some people wouldn't live where I've lived, but you do what you have to when you have kids, and my kids turned out okay, so I guess it isn't the place, but the people. I didn't know how to follow you, so I added you to my circle on G+. Please consider following me. Free Ebook Search for Seniors

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    1. Michele ClarkeApril 16, 2013 at 2:52 PM

      Exactly it's the people. My follow links are under my banner.

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  6. PaulaApril 16, 2013 at 2:16 PM

    Omgosh I never knew this existed until now...what strikes me are the smiles on their faces. Heartbreaking.

    Paula
    lifeasweknowitbypaula.blogspot.com

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    1. Michele ClarkeApril 16, 2013 at 2:51 PM

      Yes They seem much happier than those with much more.

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  7. MERYL JAFFE, PhD - parent, psychologist, teacher, author...April 16, 2013 at 3:22 PM

    Eye-opening post. Thanks for hosting...

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  8. kewkewApril 16, 2013 at 3:37 PM

    I also never knew of this kind of existence. Thank you for sharing. I am going to have to take the time to read more.
    Thanks for linking up at Tots and Me

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  9. Kristen @ My 3 Little KittensApril 16, 2013 at 4:08 PM

    The thought of babies being raised in that environment sickens me ..... Such a sad story for so many....

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  10. An Apel a DayApril 16, 2013 at 5:31 PM

    Most certainly makes me count my blessings.

    My 4 year old has been asking me questions about death. I told him that their memories will always stay with us. When he asked if just old people die, I was truthful. I wish just old people died. The 8 year old that passed away yesterday hits home. My oldest is almost 8. I hid the news from my kids yesterday. It's not like I won't talk to them if they ask questions. I just feel that it's hard enough for me to understand. Even the government doesn't have answers to many people's questions. It's all so sad!

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  11. Catch My WordsApril 16, 2013 at 5:43 PM

    I had never heard of this. What people will do out of desperation--so sad.

    http://joycelansky.blogspot.com/2013/04/atoz-ww-n-for-naughty-pictures.html

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  12. Kitties BlueApril 16, 2013 at 6:33 PM

    I never knew of their existence, and I find it terribly sad. But at the same time I am glad they are not living in a cardboard box in an alley somewhere, especially during the scorching summer. The homeless problem in the US is so appalling. I believe we should continue to help people in underprivileged countries, but we absolutely never do enough at home. The number of children now homeless makes me weep. Let's pray and try to do more in our communities for the humans. Janet

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  13. UnknownApril 16, 2013 at 6:52 PM

    Shocking indeed! There are really a lot of awful things happening in our world.

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  14. Rhonda AlbomApril 16, 2013 at 8:33 PM

    Wow, it's a bit shocking. Thanks for sharing it, and putting it below to be optional to view.

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  15. OrangeHeroMamaApril 16, 2013 at 9:27 PM

    WOW. Other than on 'Bones' I have never heard of this!!

    http://www.homeofohm.com/2013/04/wordlesswednesday-weekend-away-in.html

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  16. Signs of AprilApril 16, 2013 at 9:54 PM

    WOW! Just WOW! I had never heard of this before now.

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  17. Dominique GohApril 16, 2013 at 10:07 PM

    It is extremely shocking and sad news.. Hopefully they will be able to move out of their place to a proper house. I've heard of such underground cities in china also.

    Dominique @ Dominique's Desk

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  18. UnknownApril 16, 2013 at 10:46 PM

    I think it's great that you decided to post this. Not everything in our world is perfect and it's healthy for all of us to remember that. It's important to be aware of what is going on around us.

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  19. Veronica LeeApril 17, 2013 at 6:42 AM

    I've never heard of this until now! This is indeed shocking news!

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  20. AnonymousApril 17, 2013 at 11:52 AM

    I'm always saddened by this reality, and, unfortunately, it's not all that hard to find in any city throughout our country.

    Thanks for hosting.

    Melissa

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  21. ngpalomaApril 17, 2013 at 9:32 PM

    thank you for sharing. everyday im confronted with issues like this because i work with people who are from the slums through Compassion Internationals project. it is a reminder to us to count our blessings no matter how small. :-)

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  22. Mommy EvolutionApril 17, 2013 at 11:34 PM

    So glad you joined me for Wordless Wednesday Bloggers. More than 100 people partied with us! Thanks for linking up and don’t forget the Friday Flash Blog later this week.

    Jennifer
    www.thejennyevolution.com

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  23. Ashley NemerApril 18, 2013 at 8:37 AM

    Wow that's ... just no proper words.

    Google Plus Follower: Ashley Nemer
    ashleynemer.blogspot.com

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