Peace Through Music

Last night I attended the U2 concert in Phoenix. It. Was. AMAZING! Totally expected to be blown away just like when I saw them back in 2001 during the Elevation Tour. That being said, we all know how involved Bono and the rest of his side kicks are in supporting peaceful activities around the world. After all, he started the One campaign, and the (Red) movement with big companies such as Gap, Hallmark, etc.. to fundraise anti retro viral drugs to over 3 million Africans in need of the drug to help with the AIDS/HIV virus. If you have never checked out the ONE campaign, I suggest you do so here: http://www.one.org

In continuing the support of peace, Bono informed the audience of Aung San Suu Kyi, the 64 year old woman who has been under house arrest for about 20 years in Burma. She was a major proponent for the Democracy Movement and was elected in 1990, however the Burmese Military never allowed her to take office, and instead placed her in detention under house arrest. The government has given her the option to visit her Sons in the UK, however if she leaves Burma, she will be denied return access. A thought that is devastating, and has prevented her from seeing her family in years. Her sons are denied visa's to enter the country and visit her. Suu Kyi won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1991 because of her struggle with democracy through non violent methods. She embodies peace. What makes me so irate about this, is that she is Peace. She is a perfect example of leading a movement peacefully, and I believe this is why she is refusing to leave her country, to make a statement. While many world leaders have requested she be released, the Burmese Military refuses and ignores those demands. It is sad that she is being persecuted for her peaceful actions. This brings up one of the many codes to live by "treat others, as you would like to be treated". Remember this code to live by, and do it with a smile on your face. If we all become a little more knowledgeable about wordly matters such as Suu Kyi's story, I think we will be more proactive in promoting peace especially through music.

In conclusion, I just wanted to thank my Friends and Family for their prayers and support the last week. I am on my path to finding myself. Having your support means a lot.

Peace- Britni