I guess the problem I have with this (and I will always defer to you Mr S as your in country where I am in and out), is from
what I see in the barrios in SD for example, for every 1 of the thriving children, there must be 1000 (and I have seen many
personally), who don't have access to
decent schools, books, uniforms or parents (or support systems) who give a sh#t about these precious lives.
Quick story,
My wife who lives with me here in Boston, learned some devastating news over the last 2 weeks about a Sto Dgo 15 year
Old girl with developmental disabilities ...very close to my wife and family. We found out she got pregnant late last year by a
supposed 17 year old. Bad enough it was an immoral act of statutory rape, she naturally told no one, and now 4 months
Pregnant, her school kicked her out. Her chance at education is effectively done.
All this come to find this girl's older brother was collecting money repeatedly in exchange for access to this 15 year old by this
older kid....extremely ugly and heartbreaking situation.
The culture non-education of sexual matters, the culture of machismo and multiple wives, is astounding in the DR.
Gringos coming for a "play date or 10" vacation have no idea the arena into which they are entering.
On the other hand, thank God for people on the other side with open arms, with some support and love to offer, as every child
deserves the chance to learn to talk, read and write and laugh....as you say.
