Greeting my Brothers and Sisters

Today, I would like to speak to you about a scene which was revealed in the Evening TV News on Oct.11, 2005. This have touched me deep in my heart to see one more time the heroic human act of charity when volunteers extended their hands towards Humanity in time of international emergency. Wow! I am totally thrilled by such scenes. This clip of news which was taken in Kashmir two days after it was hit by a strong earthquake which measured 7.6 on the scale, and sadly took the lives of thousands of victims. My eyes broke in tears, my heart was torn into two opposite feelings simultaneously. As I was witnessing the ruins and heavy destruction of houses and buildings, I saw a proud man with a big smile declaring victory to Humanity, while as he forgetting his own problems, at the time he was pulling off a young child alive from dead bodies and the ruins who was trapped under rocks and dust for over two days deprived from food and drinks. To me this scene was a bit like witnessing a mother giving birth to a new child who was so happy that he forgot totally all the pain and ache in time of delivery. Victory and Long Live Humanity! Do you feel what I feel? Do you see what I see? I am sure you do. It is wonderful! Isn't? No, I do not think everyone truly understand the great joy I am experiencing at this moment...Unfortunately, some people don't as yet. However, those who do, are merely individuals who have not lost their faith, sense of compassion, and tender heart. Thanks and glory to the Lord of Love and Compassion! Unfortunately, we are witnessing these day very slowly that money and high technology are transforming gradually our hearts into hard rocks. Why? Oh please try to understand what I am speaking about, and forgive me if I were a direct in tackling important issue. For my intentions are purely positive and good.

I remember whenever wars, naturals disasters were taken place before Sept. 11, 2001 sad event, many people were not able to understand the negative consequence of such events because things were not happening in their country. But now, I see more and more people aware of the pain and the hardship of the victims who live in similar devastation experience. Ever since, people react positively more than ever to any national and international emergency. As before 2001, I remember some people were not giving much attention when hearing on TV or the radio about any disaster which would take place abroad. And when they used to watch such news; it would be no more than a passing temporary short movie... True? I say to people, if it were not for Sept.11, 2001, this unforgettable event; today, I would be still hidden behind the shell of Shyness, Pride, and Fear of Ridicule. Now I am set free! I care no more what people say. I do upon my conscience, and I give everything I have by extending my hand to my community through music and modest art work. I put emphasis towards the non privileged sector of the society and victims of war and violence. Consequently, I hope and dream that my contribution becomes contagious to those who are timid and victims of evil pride and shyness as I did for 50 long wasted years. I wish sincerely to see more and more people doing their part and reaching out to the needy. I pray the Lord to heal the wings of everyone on Earth; so that, they too will be able to Fly on their Own and be granted Freedom and Healing of the Soul.

So this is an international call with the emphasis on the youth who often have a lot of free time, to invite everyone to be sensitive to humanitarian issues. Yes! Everyone is has the capacity to contribute towards the community in spite of their young age. Children and teenagers, you wouldn't believe how much you have potential to fulfill such a noble humanitarian mission. Let us name it. You have: zest, good health, strength, big and sincere smile, and much more... All it takes is to try to open someone's heart, the ability to reach out to the poor, the sick, the elders, the mental and physical disable, the elders etc. If each teenager sacrifice and donate his/her own time on a weekly basis for only two hours, our society today would today be healthier, and living harmony and in peace. And believe me, like St-Francis Assisi said: " It is by giving that we receive!". In no time you will realized it is a very true declaration. Yes! You will be more than ever blessed, as well as, your family, friends, and relatives.

We know that psychologists are predicting early physical problems like heart problems for our young generation who spend long everlasting hours in front of the TV, chatting hours on the internet, or playing electronic games, talking eternally on the cell phone etc. instead of doing outdoor physical activities, putting more emphasis on education, and reaching out to the community during spare time. Consequently there will be more positive and productive in the society. No more dropping out from schools, colleges, and universities! Everyone of you will tend to appreciate all the gifts you are blessed with more than ever! Believe me it is true!

In a mother voice, I address myself to all young people and encourage everyone to believe in yourself. You can do more than you think, and you have so much to offer to the society. Yes indeed! Our community and the whole world need your volunteering time contribution. You are filled with talents and beautiful gifts apart from the unlimited creativity you have. The non privileged sector of the society are so thirsty to hear from you. You have great potential to bring so much to people who are less fortunate than you. Today, I invite everyone of you to contact hospitals, charitable organizations, churches, non-profit organizations, associations, community centers, nursing homes etc. For this I thank you!

Here are the outcome which will transform your whole life: your True Identity will be revealed:

• Your personality in no time shall be refined and embellished by good ethics and principles;
• You will be more appreciative to all things you are blessed with, within you and around you;
• You will become, from now on, more sensitive to any humanitarian issues;
• You will be able to discern the good from bad things to avoid catching any 'decease' and bad destructive habits;
• You will very likely Free yourself from any cigarettes, drugs, alcohol, or other bad addiction;
• Your behaviour will be sane and you will gain confidence in yourself and be founded on good and solid base;
• You will develop a sense of compassion, a clear conscience, care and True Love towards the needy;
• You shall be able to see Truth and Love, will be yourself, and avoid from now on any hypocrisy based on appearance and artificiality;
• You will hate lies, crimes, and become an honest person;
• Your spirit will be nourished and revitalized by True Love; never again you will be attracted by the artificial worldly love which is based on the power of materialism and egoism;
• Your life and your loved ones will be extended by abolishing totally any potential idea of suicide;
• You will become truly healthier and happier more than ever;
• You will open the heart of many and become a RAINBOW in the eyes of many, and shine like a STAR day and night in the path of those who are sunk in the darkness of dependency;
• You will attract and save the lives of many who live in the evil depression and misery;
• Last but not least, you will be able to fly high in the sky like a Free bird for the first time in your life, yes! once for all, FREEeeeeeee beyond all horizon and borders singing the Song of Peace and dancing with colourful veils on the FREEDOM melody. Horray!

In the name of all Humanity, I would like to thank in advance all the youth and adults who will be reading this Friendly Message of Peace, and fulfill the wish of the needy in our community by reaching out to thee. May the God of Love and Mercy bless you, protect you from any harm, and guide you into the right path which leads to Eternal Happiness!

Composed by: Jeannette of Nazareth
Draft copy: Oct.12, 2005
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