Interviewing a Department of Agriculture official in Bamyan
When I sent this photo to my sweetheart, he wrote back: “I think you may have found your calling.” And I think he might be right. I learned a lot over the past three weeks, most of it not for the first time. I was reminded, for example, how much I love having an excuse to interview people.
But maybe more than anything else, these past two weeks in Afghanistan taught me (again) just how little I can control and how much even that little bit matters.
Be kind.
Be patient.
Be brave.
That much, at least, was in my control.
I wasn’t always able to be all those things. But when I was, I knew it mattered.
fabulous photo! i look forward to hearing some of the stories you collected on your travels.
What your words reflect to me today is that one may always return. All of these lessons about a closed door (and I understand); however, in flow barriers do not exist. We do not need to fear the past, for it is *now* and we may learn much when we open our heart to revisit.
You are always those things, no matter where you are, no matter what you’re doing.
Might there be a podcast or video interview series in the pipeline? I’d certainly be a keen audience member!
I hadn’t thought about that, Clare – but it might be a good idea.
I really like this particular post. Thank you. You/your blog have been a source of inspiration for this girl who’s also into development work, and passionate about social justice. Peace!