Comments for Reagan's Pledge http://reaganspledge.org/blog Just another WordPress weblog Thu, 04 Mar 2010 09:07:23 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9 hourly 1 Comment on Reagan’s First Posting! by Hari Om Shrestha, President 2000-01, RC Patan West D 3292 Nepal http://reaganspledge.org/blog/2010/02/04/reagans-first-posting/comment-page-1/#comment-58 Hari Om Shrestha, President 2000-01, RC Patan West D 3292 Nepal Thu, 04 Mar 2010 09:07:23 +0000 http://reaganspledge.org/blog/?p=136#comment-58 I happy to learn the help received by Regan from Marion and other Rotarians (?). Congratulation. We should help him realise his dream providing him good education. I met Marion during Centennial Convention. She is great lady doing commendable work. I wished she could do some similar small work for Nepal. Warm Regards I happy to learn the help received by Regan from Marion and other Rotarians (?). Congratulation.
We should help him realise his dream providing him good education.
I met Marion during Centennial Convention. She is great lady doing commendable work. I wished she could do some similar small work for Nepal.
Warm Regards

]]> Comment on Children of this Earth by Marion Bunch http://reaganspledge.org/blog/2010/02/12/169/comment-page-1/#comment-24 Marion Bunch Fri, 12 Feb 2010 17:27:01 +0000 http://reaganspledge.org/blog/?p=169#comment-24 Eric, We all appreciate so very much the emotional and heartfelt message you sent us. It fuels our spirts and makes us work even harder in getting these orphans out of their poverty cycle and back into school. With education, there is hope for the future for everyone. God bless you for what you are doing. The RFFA Board of Directors sincerely thank you. Eric,
We all appreciate so very much the emotional and heartfelt message you sent us. It fuels our spirts and makes us work even harder in getting these orphans out of their poverty cycle and back into school. With education, there is hope for the future for everyone. God bless you for what you are doing. The RFFA Board of Directors sincerely thank you.

]]> Comment on Reagan’s First Posting! by John Glassford http://reaganspledge.org/blog/2010/02/04/reagans-first-posting/comment-page-1/#comment-22 John Glassford Thu, 11 Feb 2010 02:53:46 +0000 http://reaganspledge.org/blog/?p=136#comment-22 G ' day Reagan Thank you for your letter well written and lovely writing. You have done very well at school and we are very proud of you and what you said in the video with Marion. You have a good future mate. We will do all that we can to help you achieve your dreams I promise as a Kenyan we will not let you down. Yours is an inspiring story and gives us hope here in Australia that the work we are doing for people like you is being used wisely. I will be back in Kenya in 2011 and would consider it essential that I meet you. Wewe na funia kasi mzuri sana, asante. John Glassford Ganmain, New South Wales, Australia. G ‘ day Reagan

Thank you for your letter well written and lovely writing. You have done very well at school and we are very proud of you and what you said in the video with Marion. You have a good future mate.

We will do all that we can to help you achieve your dreams I promise as a Kenyan we will not let you down.

Yours is an inspiring story and gives us hope here in Australia that the work we are doing for people like you is being used wisely.

I will be back in Kenya in 2011 and would consider it essential that I meet you.

Wewe na funia kasi mzuri sana, asante.

John Glassford
Ganmain, New South Wales, Australia.

]]> Comment on 12 Million Orphans by Marion Bunch http://reaganspledge.org/blog/2010/01/05/12-million-orphans/comment-page-1/#comment-20 Marion Bunch Tue, 09 Feb 2010 18:21:40 +0000 http://reaganspledge.org/blog/?p=57#comment-20 Dear William, It is difficult to describe in words the pride that I have in calling you a friend -- as well as a partner -- but how lucky I am to be able to call you both/either! You and I met under "trying" circumstances when there one of our partner organizations was having difficulty and restructuring their organization. You led the meeting with everyone, and you tried to facilitate a negotiated settlement. I was dumbstruck at your diplomacy and "cool." As I got to know you better, I got to also see the true compassion you have for the children of Africa. You help and reach out to them, both on a personal basis as well as through The Coca Cola Africa Foundation. I am so glad you see the vision that I see for this "blog" in reaching thousands of people to help make them aware that there are so many MILLIONS OF ORPHANS that need our help in Africa. Together in partnership and friendship, we will make a difference! Warmest regards, Marion Dear William,
It is difficult to describe in words the pride that I have in calling you a friend — as well as a partner — but how lucky I am to be able to call you both/either! You and I met under “trying” circumstances when there one of our partner organizations was having difficulty and restructuring their organization. You led the meeting with everyone, and you tried to facilitate a negotiated settlement. I was dumbstruck at your diplomacy and “cool.” As I got to know you better, I got to also see the true compassion you have for the children of Africa. You help and reach out to them, both on a personal basis as well as through The Coca Cola Africa Foundation. I am so glad you see the vision that I see for this “blog” in reaching thousands of people to help make them aware that there are so many MILLIONS OF ORPHANS that need our help in Africa. Together in partnership and friendship, we will make a difference!
Warmest regards, Marion

]]> Comment on Brothers by Marion Bunch http://reaganspledge.org/blog/2010/02/08/brothers/comment-page-1/#comment-19 Marion Bunch Tue, 09 Feb 2010 18:12:53 +0000 http://reaganspledge.org/blog/?p=154#comment-19 Dear Austin, All I could do after reading your letter to us on this blog was cry! People that come to this blog are just beginning to learn about RFFA, about Reagan and about me -- and through your letter, they are realizing that we, as a family, not only lost son Jerry to AIDS, but we also lost son John to hit and run by a drunk driver. John died in 1984, and Jerry died in 1994. My husband Austin and I look back on our life and wonder sometimes how we got through the loss of two children. Well, one of the ways that we did was through our strong love for each other, AND the comfort and support of the other five children in our blended family. Austin, we are so proud of you and the fine grown man you've become -- a wonderful husband to Donna and a wonderful father to your children. You are the one in our family who never forgets anyone's birthday or anniversary -- so thoughtful and it makes us all feel special. Thank you for all that you do for our family. Much love to you, Marion Dear Austin,

All I could do after reading your letter to us on this blog was cry! People that come to this blog are just beginning to learn about RFFA, about Reagan and about me — and through your letter, they are realizing that we, as a family, not only lost son Jerry to AIDS, but we also lost son John to hit and run by a drunk driver. John died in 1984, and Jerry died in 1994. My husband Austin and I look back on our life and wonder sometimes how we got through the loss of two children. Well, one of the ways that we did was through our strong love for each other, AND the comfort and support of the other five children in our blended family. Austin, we are so proud of you and the fine grown man you’ve become — a wonderful husband to Donna and a wonderful father to your children. You are the one in our family who never forgets anyone’s birthday or anniversary — so thoughtful and it makes us all feel special. Thank you for all that you do for our family.

Much love to you,
Marion

]]> Comment on Kenya Mission by Marion Bunch http://reaganspledge.org/blog/2010/01/28/kenya-mission/comment-page-1/#comment-18 Marion Bunch Tue, 09 Feb 2010 17:59:54 +0000 http://reaganspledge.org/blog/?p=119#comment-18 Dear Peter, It was a fortunate day when you came on board to direct the logistical operations of the RFFA-initiated Kenya Medical Mission a year and a half ago. That is the power and wonder of Rotary, isn't it -- when we all get together from around the world to make something really great happen, like the Kenya mission? But it clearly needed leadership in getting it all organized as well as the leadership you provided on the ground during the mission. You are a diplomat of the First Order, you have been a great supporter of the Orphans and Vulnerable Children of Africa, and you have always supported us at RFFA. Bless you, Your Friend in Rotary Service, Marion Dear Peter, It was a fortunate day when you came on board to direct the logistical operations of the RFFA-initiated Kenya Medical Mission a year and a half ago. That is the power and wonder of Rotary, isn’t it — when we all get together from around the world to make something really great happen, like the Kenya mission? But it clearly needed leadership in getting it all organized as well as the leadership you provided on the ground during the mission. You are a diplomat of the First Order, you have been a great supporter of the Orphans and Vulnerable Children of Africa, and you have always supported us at RFFA. Bless you, Your Friend in Rotary Service, Marion

]]> Comment on Making a Real Difference by Marion Bunch http://reaganspledge.org/blog/2010/02/04/making-a-real-difference/comment-page-1/#comment-17 Marion Bunch Tue, 09 Feb 2010 17:56:11 +0000 http://reaganspledge.org/blog/?p=141#comment-17 Dear Polly and Family, Well, this must be the day for "the Bunches" to send our blog wonderful letters of support. Polly, you are one of those nieces that any aunt would be so proud to have -- thank you always for your love, understanding, and friendship. Much love, Aunt Marion Dear Polly and Family,
Well, this must be the day for “the Bunches” to send our blog wonderful letters of support. Polly, you are one of those nieces that any aunt would be so proud to have — thank you always for your love, understanding, and friendship. Much love, Aunt Marion

]]> Comment on Partners in Literacy by Marion Bunch http://reaganspledge.org/blog/2010/02/02/132/comment-page-1/#comment-10 Marion Bunch Tue, 02 Feb 2010 22:47:25 +0000 http://reaganspledge.org/blog/2010/02/02/132/#comment-10 Dear Angi, I have to say that your wonderful letter touched my heart -- and you made a connection between dear Reagan and our President Oama that I had not considered before. Wonderful! Thank You! I also consider your compliments in high regard since I have read that you, yourself, are an outstanding podium speaker. As we both know, one must be convinced that the topis is of real concern and have some valid answers for a solution. Thank you so much for your generous offer of partnership. It is certainly something that RFFA would consider and hold in high regard. You books certainly have gained prominence and impressive awards. I will have discussions with my team and get back to you on how we might work together. Warmest wishes, Marion Dear Angi,
I have to say that your wonderful letter touched my heart — and you made a connection between dear Reagan and our President Oama that I had not considered before. Wonderful! Thank You! I also consider your compliments in high regard since I have read that you, yourself, are an outstanding podium speaker. As we both know, one must be convinced that the topis is of real concern and have some valid answers for a solution.
Thank you so much for your generous offer of partnership. It is certainly something that RFFA would consider and hold in high regard. You books certainly have gained prominence and impressive awards. I will have discussions with my team and get back to you on how we might work together.
Warmest wishes,
Marion

]]> Comment on And the Work Goes On… by Marion Bunch http://reaganspledge.org/blog/2010/01/21/and-the-work-goes-on/comment-page-1/#comment-8 Marion Bunch Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:24:09 +0000 http://reaganspledge.org/blog/?p=107#comment-8 Malinda, my friend and my partner, Thank you so much for "bringing alive" what HOPE worldwide/Kenya and RFFA are trying to do in Kenya to help the vulnerable children there. You are a wonderful partner and I have learned so much from you about the children's needs and dreams. We continue to build a "best practice model" that will be a sustainable solution for these children so that they ultimately will have the education and the wherewithall to help themselves out of their dire circumstance. Your friend, Marion Malinda, my friend and my partner,
Thank you so much for “bringing alive” what HOPE worldwide/Kenya and RFFA are trying to do in Kenya to help the vulnerable children there. You are a wonderful partner and I have learned so much from you about the children’s needs and dreams. We continue to build a “best practice model” that will be a sustainable solution for these children so that they ultimately will have the education and the wherewithall to help themselves out of their dire circumstance.
Your friend,
Marion

]]> Comment on 12 Million Orphans by Winnie Singh http://reaganspledge.org/blog/2010/01/05/12-million-orphans/comment-page-1/#comment-6 Winnie Singh Mon, 18 Jan 2010 03:57:16 +0000 http://reaganspledge.org/blog/?p=57#comment-6 This is a wonderful initiative. Africa still has to travel miles before the end to the pandemic will be in sight. We are committed to awareness and prevention of HIV and hope for a world free of AIDS. We would be happy to partner RFFA as a member to support the initiative. I will take this opportunity to suggest, RFFA, may like to even take up a project in Manipur, Tamilnadu, and Andhra Pradesh in India where the incidence is very high in women and affected children. Wishing you all the best. Winnie Singh Executive Director Maitri India This is a wonderful initiative. Africa still has to travel miles before the end to the pandemic will be in sight. We are committed to awareness and prevention of HIV and hope for a world free of AIDS. We would be happy to partner RFFA as a member to support the initiative. I will take this opportunity to suggest, RFFA, may like to even take up a project in Manipur, Tamilnadu, and Andhra Pradesh in India where the incidence is very high in women and affected children.
Wishing you all the best.

Winnie Singh
Executive Director
Maitri
India

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