Stripping away the rose colored glasses of denial concerning my reality. Getting in touch with truth. Reaching out to others in empathy concerning their reality and their walk to truth.

Wednesday, November 26, 2014

Turkey Trafficking



















Down at the factory the birds are getting laid off one by one. Ray and Charlie are concerned. If they remain employed, then more than likely they'll be some one's dinner by this time tomorrow. But neither wants to give notice and walk away. Turkey's don't make chicken feed - they make serious bucks. Their families are handsomely compensated. Much like a young girl whose family sends her off to wed a strange man - life goes on without them... without her.

Strange post I know. Sometimes my head spins  a line and off I go into a subject. Just thinking about human trafficking and the insanity of it... this thought came along... what if turkey families were aware, and were okay with sending a family member to be the main course for Thanksgiving? After a while it becomes quite natural and normal. I fear human trafficking is running the same course. People giving up a daughter or son for a better life for the family.

Suddenly it dawns on me. Turkeys are not conscious of Thanksgiving. It's just another day for Ray and Charlie. They don't even know they have names. But it's also another day for the traffickers, who know what they're doing. I suppose it would take a certain desperation for me to give up a son or daughter. I think I'll close this out and light a candle for the missing ones.

Tomorrow is Thursday Wrap up - see you then. Thank you for reading!





8 comments:

  1. There's no amount of desperation that would make me give up on a loved one.
    Poor turkeys, so many facing death today or are already dead :( Hope you didn't miss poem about this over at Blue's

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    1. I think I was the first to post on Blue's blog. It was interesting. He has a great sense of humor - so do you. I love to read when you two banter about things.

      Looking forward to Friday at your place - hope we get the Star Wars trailer!

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    2. hope it hits the net Friday, they say the trailer will play with almost all of the movies that will be in cinemas this weekend

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    3. Oh wow! Too bad I'm hanging out at home through the weekend. Thanks for letting me know.

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  2. Not just human trafficking, exotic animals too. Disgusting business. I feel sorry for the turkeys too but I wouldn't stop eating them I'm afraid. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving.

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    1. I agree Jo.Some people stoop to any means of making money.

      I hope your trip is good, happy bowling!!

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  3. Strange connection! But that's what the human mind can do.Sometimes humour is a good way to make serious point......
    Listening to 'More Than You Know' by Billie Holiday.
    CLICK HERE for Bazza’s fabulous Blog ‘To Discover Ice’

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    1. I've made stranger connections I'm sure.(smile) Hey there's nobody like Billie Holiday! What are you painting now?

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