Before writing about Yemen, there's a need to express my thanks and love to a few people I wasn't able to see before I left Chicago and a few people who I didn't thank enough.
First, the deepest respect goes to all the generous and loving people I had the pleasure of working with at Interfaith Refugee and Immigration Ministries in Chicago. Many of you are nothing less than an inspiration to the refugees you serve and to me. May the Almighty bless every one of you who struggles in earnest day after day to ease the burdens of resettled refugees in Chicago.
Second, to all of the mothers and fathers I've been lucky enough to meet and who have accepted me as a friend, I thank you for trusting me to be a mentor and teacher to your children. I understand and fully appreciate the profundity of your faith in me. I am eternally grateful and honored. It is my hope that I was able to help your children find their balance in a new place and culture.
Last, and most important, thanks to the kids who have been my students, friends, and inspiration for the past six years. Words simply cannot express the depth of my respect and care for you. Many of you have seen horrors that most people could never imagine, yet you're hopeful and hungry for life. My heart is filled with memories and my mouth is filled with stories of our time together. Your futures are filled with possibility. It's true when people tell you that you can be whatever you want to be. Believe in yourselves! When each one of you enters university when you are older, I want you to email me and tell me about it. I will keep this email address: michaelwolven@gmail.com . God bless you all!
Hadgu, Amy, Sarah - THANK YOU!
- Michael
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