by Andrea Gaines | Mar 31, 2016 | Kids, Projects, Water Filters
Finding the words to share about one of my most favorite places in the world has been difficult. There’s so much to say about a country that touches you in the depths of your soul. From the moment I stepped off of the plane, 4 ½ years ago, I was never the same. I...
by Andrea Gaines | Mar 29, 2016 | Kids, Marathon, School, Volunteers
What do the words running and marathon say to you? As we approach the beginning of our 2nd annual Ripples of Change Virtual Marathon we have heard things like “I could never run a marathon!” or ” I hate running!” I feel ya, I am one of those...
by Andrea Gaines | Mar 27, 2016 | Kids, Projects, School, Water Filters
Why should you support Habesha Momma (HM) and education in Ethiopia? What is the benefit? How will supporting the Mulat Knowledge School (MKS) impact the global future? These are all valid and important questions. We all face issues and challenges in our green...
by Andrea Gaines | Mar 22, 2016 | Kids, Projects, Uncategorized, Volunteers, Water Filters
Why Water Filters? Written by: Andrea Gaines Less than half of the population in Ethiopia has access to safe drinking water. In rural areas that number drops significantly. Water quality is so poor because it’s often contaminated by human and animal waste. Because of...
by Andrea Gaines | Mar 21, 2016 | Marathon, Projects, Volunteers
How many reasons do you need? By Christine Prendergast I came across a Huffington Post article “26 Reasons Not to Run a Marathon” and while I know a marathon isn’t for everyone, I can’t help but think this article is really reverse psychology. I am a 2-time marathon...
