Frustration

We had a meeting of agencies and organizations this afternoon to begin working together to form a comprehensive plan for supporting the 150 families or so heading our way in the next few days. At least that was the hope.

Unfortunately, it's been a long time since I have felt this frustrated. We had a room full of people of good will without the leadership to pull them together. I'd rather not go into any more detail because anyone can read this blog. For the first time, I've felt a little tinge of panic. Sadly this was a critical opportunity that was wasted. Everyone wanted someone to catalyze the group into a cooperative action.

Have you ever been in a position where you felt like taking over a meeting that was going nowhere? But you couldn't because... well, you couldn't. Sorry if this sounds arrogant. I could be wrong, and in the light of day tomorrow I might think differently. I certainly hope so. We have a wonderful community filled with families that would reach out and help these refugees. But it won't happen if no one provides a framework of opportunity. I'm very tired and saddened by the whole thing.