Sihing73
09-15-2001, 07:46 PM
Hello All,
With the recent events of the past week I know that many of our lives were deeply touched. No doubt many of us will never be the same again.
To those who lost loved ones and friends I extend to you my deepest sympathy. No words can ever make up for the loss which one feels after a tragedy such as this.
I would like to pose an idea to anyone living in the Tri-State area. I would like to know how many people would be willing to come together as a family and do something to help those affected by this terrible event. It could be something as simple as a gathering at the site of the WTC as a show of unity. Or, perhaps, we could hold a series of seminars or an event from which the proceeds would be donated to help the friends and families of those affected. I have not discussed this with anyone else yet but I intend to talk it over with both my Sifu and others in the NY area.
Now is not the time to argue with one another over petty differences. Now is the time to come together and offer our support to those in need. Each and every one of us on this board is part of a larger community, the Kung Fu or Martial Arts community. I think it would be appropriate for us to step forward as one body and make known our resolve to help those who were impacted by these events.
I ask each and everyone of you to do what you can to offer assistance to those in NYC and Wa. It does not have to be money. You can donate clothing, food and of course blood. It may be as simple as visiting someone in the hsopital, sending a card to let them know you care. I urge each and everyone to do what you can, to your ability and circumstance to make known your compasssion and support.
Should you wish to come together as a sign of unity or should the idea of giving an event to benefit this cause appeal to you, then please discuss it with your Sifu and perhaps we can make it happen.
One last thing; Take the time to treasure your loved ones now. If you have children spend a little extra time with them. Tell your wife, parents, and other loved ones that you care for them and love them.
We must never forget the tragedy which has befallen us, but we must not succumb to despair. Take heart and live your life to its fullest while remembering the sacrifice of those who have already passed on.
Forgive me if I rant a little. I wish each and every one of you the best.
Peace,
Dave
With the recent events of the past week I know that many of our lives were deeply touched. No doubt many of us will never be the same again.
To those who lost loved ones and friends I extend to you my deepest sympathy. No words can ever make up for the loss which one feels after a tragedy such as this.
I would like to pose an idea to anyone living in the Tri-State area. I would like to know how many people would be willing to come together as a family and do something to help those affected by this terrible event. It could be something as simple as a gathering at the site of the WTC as a show of unity. Or, perhaps, we could hold a series of seminars or an event from which the proceeds would be donated to help the friends and families of those affected. I have not discussed this with anyone else yet but I intend to talk it over with both my Sifu and others in the NY area.
Now is not the time to argue with one another over petty differences. Now is the time to come together and offer our support to those in need. Each and every one of us on this board is part of a larger community, the Kung Fu or Martial Arts community. I think it would be appropriate for us to step forward as one body and make known our resolve to help those who were impacted by these events.
I ask each and everyone of you to do what you can to offer assistance to those in NYC and Wa. It does not have to be money. You can donate clothing, food and of course blood. It may be as simple as visiting someone in the hsopital, sending a card to let them know you care. I urge each and everyone to do what you can, to your ability and circumstance to make known your compasssion and support.
Should you wish to come together as a sign of unity or should the idea of giving an event to benefit this cause appeal to you, then please discuss it with your Sifu and perhaps we can make it happen.
One last thing; Take the time to treasure your loved ones now. If you have children spend a little extra time with them. Tell your wife, parents, and other loved ones that you care for them and love them.
We must never forget the tragedy which has befallen us, but we must not succumb to despair. Take heart and live your life to its fullest while remembering the sacrifice of those who have already passed on.
Forgive me if I rant a little. I wish each and every one of you the best.
Peace,
Dave