On Sunday 18th October 2009, we had a conducted tour of important places in Washington DC, as part of our Global Leadership forum itinerary. It was almost a somber event; as I stood outside the gates and gazed across the sprawling lawns of the East wing of the white house almost in disbelief. I could easily have pinched myself to wake up from my slumber. Who would have thought that, given my background, I would be standing in so close proximity to one of the most important political buildings in the world.
On the night of Monday19th October, we attended a reception held in our honour at the State Department; at the Benjamin Franklyn Ball Room where state receptions are held. We were indeed dintinguised guests of the United States of America. One of our program coordinators, a white American citizen who could easily be in her mid to late forties, quitely crept closer to where I stood, totally relishing this lifetime experience and whispered “In my wildest imagination, Iwould never have imagined being a guest at the state department”.
If a midlife bonafide American citizen can consider this a privilege, what would you expect me to say?
Truly dreams can come true ….. never stop dreaming and believing….. I was not supposed to be here, but I am here anyway.
The passion you have for Sierra Leone is starting to reflect on you. I personally believe that God is taking you to another level in life. Countless blessings are coming your way; this is just the beginning. His words will not return void.
keep the fire burning, God bless you.
By: Josephine Bangura on October 31, 2009
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When you water, you shall also be watered. God is truly working his purpose out in your life, hold on to what you believe and watch them come to pass.
Bless you sir
By: Janet G.N'doinje on October 31, 2009
at 10:07 am
Dear Janet,
Belated Birthday congratulations. Thanks for visiting my blog. Please give my regards to all.
Joe Abass
By: joeabass on October 31, 2009
at 12:29 pm
The blog is ok, will be visiting from time to time.
By: Pierre Johnson on November 1, 2009
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My brother Martin Luther King said “I have a dream”. What I have learnt these few years is that it is not enough to have a dream. The challenge is to work and stay focus as these dreams unfold to reality. May God grant you more grace to see your dreams come true. Continue your good work of bringing joy to the hearts of the depress and furstrated.
By: Olayinka Phillips on November 6, 2009
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Hi Joseph,
You are doing great! I am very pleased to see you blossom with the right advisors, being led as God wishes and according to His plan. Just define your purpose and you will reach your goals!
Sincerely,
Tammy
By: Tammy Salisbury on November 7, 2009
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All who seek the Lord will praise him. As you continue to press forward, your heart will rejoice with an everlasting joy. Work towards your dream and vision then you will receive a great resulet because the Lord is really working on you.
Stay bless as your light continues shine
Augusta (ACJ)
By: Augusta Connell-Joe on November 8, 2009
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Mr. Abass this is really great. The good God that started everything in ur life will continue to see u through. Keep the fire burning.
God bless u Sir.
By: Mrs Ruth Geegbae on November 24, 2009
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