http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mzObMqgKIFo
This is a video of Dharavi, the most talked about slum in the world. It is located on one square miles of the most desirable land in Mumbai in the densest population in the world. The land is worth ten billion dollars. You will meet the rag pickers who have triumphed over their surroundings to become a city of dreamers. . . . . Your heart will be stolen away.
On Monday , I will tell you about the stories we heard from a large architectural firm and their side of trying to house the poorest of the poor in India. If you have time, please look at the video first.
TalesAlongTheWay 
This was really interesting. At heart, we are all the same – with a love for family and friends, just trying to survive. I find myself very grateful to be an American with my “first world” problems…
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I hear you , amen brother! But aren’t these Indian such amazing people? I hope and pray that life will improve for them as far as sanitation, water, and food, but that they don’t lose their spirit!
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I agree… they are amazing.
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Reblogged this on Oyia Brown.
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Best of luck to them!
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So heartbreaking. How many Americans would go thru that to support a family instead of going on welfare or some type of public assistance. Such strong, caring people to endure so much for so little money.
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What amazing spirit this community has – thanks so much for posting this link, it has prompted me to find out more about what is going on,
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If you are a reader, get Katherine Boo’s
Behind the Beautiful Forevers. Amazing nonfiction! Happy New Year!
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I have just had a quick look at it on Amazon and it reads very well! I will order it from an independent bookshop and let you know what I think! Thanks so much for letting me know about it Anne. A very Happy New Year to you as well!
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Happy New Year, Annet.
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Back at you , my friend!
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