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Petra Gets Wired

By Abigail Pesta

petra nemcova tsunami survivor

Photo Credit: Sarah Stacke

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We had traditional dishes of meat, tomatoes, and bananas at this community kitchen, launched by Wyclef and his foundation, Yele Haiti (which means "Haiti's cry for freedom"). There are many ways to help people here - and around the world, for that matter. And it brings you such joy to do so. In fact, it's very selfish to help others, because while you make them happy, you feel even better yourself. This should be the new selfish - helping others!


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