| Love in Action |
Vera Trendafilova and Victor Karolev are noble vegetarians from Bulgaria who rescue innocent animals in need. Moving from the city of Varna to the village of Oreshak in search of a peaceful existence close to nature, they saw another side of country life, the suffering of animals who had been abandoned or killed. Led by their compassionate hearts, the couple began buying animals from their neighbors, with donkeys, horses, and goats being among the first to join their family. Soon, their house became too small for all the animals so they bought another home where their adopted children have plenty of space. 
Vera and Victor have made many friends, including a Russian tourist who took an injured dog to a vet and visited the dog daily until being advised to leave him with Vera and Victor. Today, the woman often calls from Russia and helps the couple financially and morally, recently sending funds to buy a neighbor’s pregnant horse in need. We thank Vera Trendafilova and Victor Karolev for nurturing our beautiful co-inhabitants and for providing a safe haven where children can visit and learn how to care for their animal friends. May we all follow their shining example of love and kindness so that our world may flourish in peace, harmony, and divine beauty!
Master’s Love Embraces Young Artist By Bulgaria News Group (Originally in Bulgarian)
Upon hearing of Emil’s situation, and with deep
concern and kindness, Supreme Master Ching Hai sent him Her prayers,
immense love and blessing, providing help for both his body and
soul. Master also gave a contribution of US$2,000 and a large package
of gifts, which were presented to Emil’s mother Pepa by one
of our Association members on February 27, Golden Year 6 (2009).
Pepa was amazed at Master’s concern and the wonderful
books and materials she received on Emil’s behalf, saying
that the beautiful new work Celestial Art will undoubtedly be of
great help and inspiration to the good-natured Emil, who despite
his difficult condition maintains a positive spirit and sense of
humor. Emil’s mother was also deeply grateful for Master’s
financial and moral support of their whole family in this difficult
time.
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Vera and Victor became more accepted in their area, they were featured
in local newspaper reports, bringing them to the attention of Bulgarian
Association members who now help them. When Victor lost his job
as a builder, the couple experienced financial challenges. Upon
learning of the situation, Supreme Master Ching Hai was touched
by their pure, kind hearts and sent our Association members to deliver
Her love and blessing as well as US$5,000 to Vera and Victor on
July 5, Golden Year 6 (2009). The family was happy and grateful
beyond measure, and has used the funds for food, fencing, reins,
and ropes for the animals.
Emil
Harizanov is a 23-year-old Bulgarian artist with a powerful supply
of creative energy and a courageous spirit who chose art as his
path in life, but a severe accident rendered him bedridden. Fortunately,
Emil’s condition can be treated with surgery and rehabilitative
therapy, but these procedures are expensive. Thus, loved ones, close
friends and even strangers have shown their compassion and willingness
to help the young man, and continuously work to raise funds for
his treatment. Emil’s professors, fellow students and friends
have offered their paintings and organized an exhibition with the
sole purpose of helping to cover his medical expenses. 
