my fellow citizens of the world! My name is Christopher. This is my personal web site, and I dedicate it to sharing ways that people can break down barriers, connect and solve problems-- in other words, practical steps toward unity. It is far too easy for us to become pulled down by the weight of the world's problems, especially for those of us who have seen the ravages of war and disease and poverty. Nevertheless, I draw inspiration from the words of Nobel laureate, Wangari Maathai. Whose story of the hummingbird and the forest fire reminds me that we may not be able to solve the world's problems on our own, but we can still do something.

There are many different kinds of faith in the world; mine is faith in the capacity of mankind. I hope that this message comes through loud and clear in the words and ideas that I offer. Please enjoy reading, and by all means, please share your comments!

Christopher J. Brownfield

Bologna, Italy, 2008

This section of the Berlin Wall is on display in New York City. This week in November, 2009, commemorates the 20th anniversary of the falling of the Berlin Wall, a world historic moment that symbolized the reunification of East and West Germany.