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Liz Grace Davis

05.21.2012 Report

My late aunt, Ella. She was an absolute inspiration because she lived her life to the fullest and in the process changed so many lives, in a very positive way. She did her best to follow her dreams. If she could dream it, she usually made it happen. She was the most positive person ever and she had the most infectious laugh. She died young (at age 44), but lived a very rich life. Words are not enough to tell you about my aunt. Here's a link to a newspaper article if you'd like to read about the journey of one incredible woman. http://www.newera.com.na/article.php?articleid=38211

Gail Blunt

04.12.2012 Report

My MOTHER. She only got to go to the 8th grade in school because she had to help out with chores at home. She married at 24 and had 9 children altogether and unfortunately lost 3 along the way. One died from pnuemonia as an infant, one was born early and they did not have the technology that they do now to save the baby. Her oldest son died in a freak hunting accident at 13. She was exposed to the mumps when she was caring my older sister and my sister was born blind. One of my brothers was hit by a drunk driver on his way to work on his motorcycle when he was 16 and had to have his leg amputated. With all these tradgedies my mother stayed strong for all of the other children and she stayed sane.(which would be a feat in itself under the circumstances) She never once neglected any of her other children amid all of this heartbreak. I am not sure how she did it....but I applaud her everyday. She has been a tower of strength. She is now 90, still alive and still as caring as ever.

Gail Blunt

04.12.2012 Report

Bamhs Blair

04.04.2012 Report

An unknown person asked me "who have you helped today"? I had no answer to give - to my shame it broke my heart - now I live it and breath it! The unknown messenger inspired me to help others

persaud65

03.09.2012 Report

When I think about who has most inspired me, I must say that it is my daughter. My daughter was really sick for 11 years. Instead of being miserable, she approached life with such zeal. She died 2 years ago but I decided that I wasn't going to continue living my life not being happy and fulfulled. So I returned to college so that I can achieve my dream of helping other people. I am working hard and making the most of this 2nd chance.

Tricia

03.06.2012 Report

My Dad. When he was hospitalized for the umpteenth time for congestive heart failure the cardiologist told him this would continue to happen. He only had 14% of his heart left. The doctor told him he could suspend all his medication and let nature take it's course and that what my incredibly brave Father chose to do. He lived for 10 days on the hospice floor and then they sent him home. We all went to his house and had dinner and pizza. He suffered a heart attack that night and died in his home with my brother and mother at his side.

Trinatee Charise

02.23.2012 Report

My grandmother. She was married at a young age and only finished 8th grade. After having seven children, she decided to go back to school. She worked and finished her graduate degree in Special Education. She retired a few years ago from working 20 plus years. Whenever I would say I could not do something, she would remind me that you can do anything you set your mind to accomplish.

Grace Curtiss-Valencia

02.11.2012 Report

Joe Cross! The creator of "Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead". This documentary was so inspiring!!! I am ready to get my life back! Thanks Joe.

Dani

01.28.2012 Report

I'm inspired daily by random acts of kindness. I've always tried to put a face to my inspiration but I always return to "just people ." I think my inability to give credit to just one person is because it would be so limiting. I'm inspired by good coaches (avid kansas jayhawk and college basketball fan here), my own father's zest for life and his grace when he passed away; the underdog who comes from behind and keeps going no matter how many attempts they've mastered. As a military family advocate I meet national guard families daily who inspire and humble me when I hear their stories of not just surviving deployment, 10 years of war, but also thriving in the face of adversity. It's a gift from God to delight in the simple acts of kindness I witness each day...IN this day of polarization it's hard to be able to say that.

Lysandra French

01.11.2012 Report

I had such an emotionally abusive childhood....my aunt rita was often the one who rescued me a lot of the time...when my mom sought solace at my grand mothers house aunt rita was the one who would take and spend time with me and taught me to expect greatness and love out of life. She shared her wisdom ...even though i was embarrassed as a kid when shed pull her ragtag change purse out and remind us to always keep change with you....and that lesson came in handy just the the other day when i had a flat and no cash on be ..just an ashtray full of pennies...all of which i took and got cash for and fixed the flat. Rita also encouraged me to draw and fostered the love i have of art and history today...i love her even more ever time i think about all she gave to my life

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