Coastal Real Estate and Lifestyles

My friend, a local Half Moon Bay Coastside resident, sent this invitation to me yesterday…so I’m passing it on to you with her permission…

“Friends, As many of you know, I’ve been volunteering for a wonderful organization, One HEART.  Their mission is simple - to save the lives of woman and children, one birth at a time.  Ten years ago, when One HEART began working in Tibet, it was estimated that 1 in 33 women died in childbirth and 1 in 10 children died within the first month.  In 2008, for the first time ever, there were no maternal deaths and newborn mortality decreased from 10 to 3% in One HEART’s target areas.  This is an astounding achievement.
 
The Tibet Autonomous Region has one of the highest maternal and infant mortality rates in China.  The geography is difficult, transportation is sparse, poverty is prevalent and the health care system is weak.  In addition there are deeply held cultural beliefs surrounding pregnancy and childbirth that often result in women delivering alone, in the barn or outside, without sterile equipment.
 
Because of their success, One HEART has been asked to expand into 3 more countries.  So, here’s why I’m writing… My good friend Dee Harley is hosting an afternoon with One HEART at Harley Farms Goat Dairy in Pescadero.  It’s a lovely setting, wine will flow freely, great food will be served and a tour of the farm will be given.  Arlene Samen, One HEART’s founder, will be there to share her stories, dreams and visions.  The goal of the afternoon is to raise awareness and donations for the cause.  Don’t let the donation part scare you, for as little as $55.00 you can save a life by gifting a sterile birth kit.  This is a wonderful opportunity to help save this indigenous culture, one life at a time.
 
Below is the invitation.  Space is limited so if you can come, please RSVP.  And feel free to pass this along to friends if you think they would be interested. I hope you will join me.”

The number to call for a reservation is 801-596-3317.