Imagine - that you are a child; in a world where your life is completely and suddenly torn apart. You are forced to abandon the only sence of family you have ever known… The stranger who has invaded your ‘home’, gathers a few fragments from your life, hurredly packs them into a trash bag, then wisks you away into the unknown. Imagine - the silent horror of a seemingly, perpetual car ride - to nowhere You feel numb, a shroud of fear blankets your entire being leaving you rigid, empty, alone You shiver – though you are not cold You cry – though tears do not fall... Are you aware that aproximately 1,200 Vermont children have been removed from their families and placed into foster care? The Sword and Spirit believes that each child that is taken from a tragic situation and removed from their family, deserves to have their belongings packed up in a dignified and respectful manner. Often these children's clothes and belongings are hurredly stuffed into trash bags or knap-sacks. The Sword and The Spirit is on a campain to acquire suitcases that will be distributed to the VT Department of Children and Families. Any one interested in donating suitcases in good condition, please contact Tony DeLorenzo at: tony@swordspirit.org or call me 802-222-9623 If you have the abilty and are so compelled; please feel free to place a financial or other contribution in your donated suitcase. Many of these children leave with little more than a few items of clothing; sometimes only the clothes they are wearing. Thank you