Chapter 7 was just entirely too much for this young man to handle.  I cried and I have not yet cried at this book yet, but it was just so sad.  I simply cannot imagine why there are people who have to live these awful stories.

Despite the sadness, the chapter did give me a little hope.  To know there are communities who will reach out and help these people is an amazing thing.

Connecting to last class's discussion regrading projects and other poorer neighborhoods, I wonder if the same sort of kinship occurs there, I'm sure that there isn't nearly as much financial assistance, but there must be help among neighbors--bartering, etc.

Chapter 8 I was right on board with as a health care pusher.  I did however think Shipler dragged on a little bit.

Also, are there any more up-to-date numbers on people who have access to these clinics, and people who are under that malnourished study?

Thanks,
Joe