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Whitfield Writes

Most of what I write about revolves around motorsports, faith-based issues, PTSD & my own experience with 9/11. I’m a story-teller at heart. I love...
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Bulembu in Germany

Whitfield Writes ― * Special Note *  This blog post will be written in English and in German as the goal is to reach people as far and wide as possible. The English version can also be found on the Bulembu blog. I’m posting this here as well in an effort to... (more)
 Theresia Whitfield ― Posted on Oct 5th, 2011
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Covering Canada

Whitfield Writes ― Simon Cowell may be famous for generating the craze that led today’s plethora of TV talent competitions, but there was one who came long before Cowell. Don Weiner created Showtime at the Apollo, and his Amateur Night launched the careers of major... (more)
 Theresia Whitfield ― Posted on Sep 21st, 2011
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The Silent Page

Whitfield Writes ― Today is the first day I have felt somewhat normal in weeks. Many. Weeks. Since I returned from Austria at the beginning of this year, I have been plagued with near debilitating medical issues. I even thought I might not be able to go to Bulembu.... (more)
 Theresia Whitfield ― Posted on Jul 9th, 2011
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The disfigured butterfly

Whitfield Writes ― It was nearly 5:00 p.m., and I was finally able to drag my body out from underneath the covers where I’d spent the entire day and night before. It wasn’t that I wanted to get out of bed. My head had been throbbing with the pain of a... (more)
 Theresia Whitfield ― Posted on May 28th, 2011
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Bulembu: A Forest and A Future

Whitfield Writes ― Imagine growing up in a close-knit community only to watch your town virtually disappear. The few citizens that remain are suffering for lack of the basics but more than that; they turn to crime to compensate for the lack of jobs. Now imagine... (more)
 Theresia Whitfield ― Posted on May 26th, 2011
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Bulembu: Another Important Announcement

Whitfield Writes ― A couple of weeks have passed since we received word that Bulembu International was going to be halting its funding support of Bulembu Ministries Swaziland. I’ve heard from so many of you who have felt similar emotions over this news: sadness,... (more)
 Theresia Whitfield ― Posted on May 23rd, 2011
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Lending a Hand with Both Hands

Whitfield Writes ― It is such a special occasion when an orphan is adopted into a new forever family! There are many joys and challenges in what can be a very expensive process. Legal issues bring even more joy and challenges! But, God is faithful. My dear friends,... (more)
 Theresia Whitfield ― Posted on May 11th, 2011
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Bulembu – Important Announcement

Whitfield Writes ― It is with a heavy heart that I share some news with you regarding Bulembu International and their involvement with Bulembu Ministries Swaziland. An announcement yesterday reveals that Bulembu International will no longer provide strategic funding to... (more)
 Theresia Whitfield ― Posted on May 6th, 2011
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The Next Step

Whitfield Writes ― Life’s journey for Phephile Khumalo is taken one step at a time. But for this seven-year-old in the Bulembu childcare program, each physical step has been taken only with the aid of crutches. Phephile was a baby when a snake bit her. The bite... (more)
 Theresia Whitfield ― Posted on May 6th, 2011
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Journey to Bulembu: A Day in the Life of HTC Students

Whitfield Writes ― The next time you’re roaming through the southeastern half of Africa, enjoying a lovely hotel room or a scrumptious meal, take a close look at those serving you. These are waitrons and hotel staff members who may very well have been trained at... (more)
 Theresia Whitfield ― Posted on Apr 29th, 2011
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Journey to Bulembu: A Pandora’s Box Part II

Whitfield Writes ― This is Part II of Monique’s amazing Journey To Bulembu. Enjoy and be inspired. I know I am!! Theresia and I spent two nights in Johannesburg before we met the rest of the team, which consisted of Scott, Michelle, Vange and Genesa, all from... (more)
 Theresia Whitfield ― Posted on Apr 21st, 2011
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Journey to Bulembu: Can you see their souls?

Whitfield Writes ― Henri Cartier-Bresson, the famous Life magazine photographer, once said, “In color photographs, you see peoples clothes, in black and white, you see their souls.” What do you see when you look at these beautiful black & white photos... (more)
 Theresia Whitfield ― Posted on Apr 20th, 2011
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Journey to Bulembu: A Pandora’s Box for Monique

Whitfield Writes ― For this post, I asked Monique van Haaren to share her story of Bulembu. What makes the Bulembu part of the story so magnificent is the backstory. So, that’s where she starts. Part II will take you on her trip (with me) to Bulembu. I know you&... (more)
 Theresia Whitfield ― Posted on Apr 17th, 2011
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Journey to Bulembu: The 2020 Blog

Whitfield Writes ― I am honored to announce that I’m going to be providing editorial and guest writing support to The 2020 Blog for Bulembu International. Together, we’ll explore the many ways Bulembu is working toward becoming a self-sustaining community... (more)
 Theresia Whitfield ― Posted on Apr 4th, 2011
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Journey to Bulembu: Reflections

Whitfield Writes ― NOTE: This was written yesterday before we actually left Bulembu but Internet access was nearly impossible. So, I am posting this as it was written… The heat is relentless as the sun reminds me it isn’t quite ready to release its grip on... (more)
 Theresia Whitfield ― Posted on Mar 23rd, 2011