Three thingsclose to my heart

It's been a while, I know, my sincerest apologies. Life continues on. The weather is warming up very nicely, my minds turns to the garden and barefeet. It's true I love winter, but I also adore the warmth of summer. I can't wait. Now that I've held you in suspense regarding the title of this blog, I'll show my hand:
The three things are this:
The ONE campaign.
Please take some time and check this out. http://www.one.org/
"This is not a cause, it's an emergency" Bono
The Lance Armstrong Foundation
A support for those living with cancer. http://www.laf.com/
and now that I've depressed the hell out of you:
http://www.lonelyplanet.mytripjournal.com/pims-voyage
My father-in-law's blog detailing his world trip. Good for some happiness and nice pictures.