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Dance Lest We All Fall Down |
Author: Margaret Willson
Published: 2007-11-06 |
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 A Journey of Hope and Inspiration
This is a story written from the heart, in an easy conversational style that enables the reader to become friends with not only Margaret, but all the various players in her journey toward the establishment of Bahia Street. I was moved to tears and laughter while reading her story, and highly recommend it to anyone who might be considering how to best serve people in need of any kind of assistance, in whatever culture or country they might live in.
But more than a source book for social work, Margaret's tale will capture your heart and your spirit of adventure. I found myself cheering at her successes and commiserating with her frustrations and problems. Margaret's memoir details the joy of the journey, of not always having a clear destination, and the thrill of trusting the process and a good heart to take you where you need to go, even if its not always where you think you are heading.
I highly recommend this book.
Couldn't put it down
A powerful story of friendship, compassion, and understanding set in a narrative format that makes it both familiar and captivating. As Willson unfolds her journey she recalls the many lessons learned and obstacles overcome as she ventured out to create a true system of change with her beloved friend Rita and the people of Salvador, Brazil. Incredibly open and reflective Willson conveys not only her own journey but the journey of those closest to her, revealing the various dyadic relationships that enriched her understanding of our world and strengthened her in her undwindling support for the change that IS Bahia Street. I highly recommend this book to anyone, regardless of your interest in Brazil or in non-profit organizations. True equality holds a peace for all people. "Dance Lest We All Fall Down" reminds us that this equality begins at our breakfast table, with the neighbors that we pass by, and in the life that we share with all nations.
 Mm hmm, you should read it.
I loved it. A wonderful story- one that continues to be written as we speak. The author writes eloquently, candidly, and the story she tells is entertaining while being informative. I came away from reading this book feeling much more educated about Brazil, race, class, gender, 1st world/developing world, NGOs, and volunteer tourism without being lectured. It is both an uplifting and empowering book that I will recommend to all my friends. Enjoy!
There's inspiration in the pages
Like many of the other reviewers poted here, once I started this book it was difficult to put down. Margaret Willson transported me to a world I knew little of. I have always wanted to visit Brazil to see its beaches, its beautiful people, and of course to eat. I have heard so much about the melting pot that Brazil is, and the nonexistence of racism because of it. Wilson dispelled this falsehood for me. Classism is just as painful as racism, and just as impossible to escape.
I especially appreciate the way Willson goes about trying to make a difference for the people around her. She chooses an avenue where she can have a lasting impact, and she is careful to keep the community active and in control of the project. Too often foreign assistance comes with an air of paternalism and grateful subservience is expected in return. In getting to know the comunity, Willson saw that they understand their needs better than an outsider, and they are in a better position to attend to those needs. So she offered Bahia Street organization as the support for the efforts the Brazilians in Salvador were spearheading. This is an excellent lesson for any who would like to serve in international outreach.
Willson is very candid about the classism, abject poverty, and sexual politics that make everyday life in Salvador so difficult. She is aware of her own limitations, but these appear to solidify her commitment to do what she is able to.
This book aroused in me a desire to serve. I could see how a person or group of people really can make a lasting difference for someone else as Willson continues to do through Bahia Street.
Don't Stop the Dance
One cannot help but be moved by this story. A remarkably easy read of a difficult subject, it can be appreciated on many levels. There is the fascinating insight into capoeira; the exploration of race and the part it plays in Brazil as well as the US; the insights into making a project work within another culture through inclusion and respect; the ideas for teaching children who have not attended school and helping them reach their potential against great odds. I was so touched I had tears in my eyes when I finished. Read it; pass it on; check out their website. Keep the dance alive.
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