Please read this. From my other blogs: reallyspecialpeople.
Why are you so special ? You do
not need to be somebody to be labeled special. Interestingly, the special
needs population, are indeed special people. I spent more than 16 years
in the field of autism, mental retardation, mental illness, the study
and work of the special needs people, is a remarkable experience. I
learned a lot. It is humbling to note, many of the so-called slow and
developmentally challenged people and children, are really faster and
advanced, compared to many of us. They are advanced in many ways - not
materialism. They live life as it should be, and not what it is. Their
innocence protected them from the many pains and evil of the world.
Their truthfulness enable them to smile at you without pretensions, and
conditions. Some people values dogs compared to people. They should try
working, if not adopting people or children with special needs, they are
much better than dogs - they are human beings. I have dogs, but also
look forward each day, enjoying the company of special people.
There are special people out there. They serve others without conditions. They help others without publicity. They are honest and happy to help without strings attached. Why can't we just do that ? It could help us a lot. The many people serving the poor and the sick. The two health workers, who contracted the Ebola virus, took the risks, serving people. God will never forget that. As the Lord said, " If you lose your life in serving me, you will live again." It is difficult to understand this. It is perplexing and daunting to think about the consequences of doing the right things. Many Christians and martyrs died for others. Many non-Christians sacrificed because of their ideals. What is the difference between a non-Christian, and Christians of the 21st century ? If you have been chosen to become really special, you will know the answer.
Peace.
There are special people out there. They serve others without conditions. They help others without publicity. They are honest and happy to help without strings attached. Why can't we just do that ? It could help us a lot. The many people serving the poor and the sick. The two health workers, who contracted the Ebola virus, took the risks, serving people. God will never forget that. As the Lord said, " If you lose your life in serving me, you will live again." It is difficult to understand this. It is perplexing and daunting to think about the consequences of doing the right things. Many Christians and martyrs died for others. Many non-Christians sacrificed because of their ideals. What is the difference between a non-Christian, and Christians of the 21st century ? If you have been chosen to become really special, you will know the answer.
Peace.
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
In losing a dear friend, the pain
can penetrate your inner most being. Losing a friend and a good man, a
selfless soul of a man, is compounding that pain, penetrating your heart
and mind.
I met Past Grand Knight Jack Buonopane in 2009. An extremely likable person. Caring. Dedicated. A man of few words but honorable.
He was always there when you call on him. He was that dedicated, of a leader, and a person, he will not hesitate to give his shirt off his back at moments notice of a need. I cannot think of a grandiose word to describe Jack.
Jack is a wonderful person to talk to. While I was serving as Grand Knight of the Braintree Council, I would see and talk to Jack after the mass on Sundays at St. Claire Church in Braintree. St. Claire is one of our parishes in the jurisdiction of the Braintree Council.
I usually (if I am not at work, with my regular employment) make it a point to talk and see Jack B., seeing and getting his wisdom on Council matters. PGK Jack B. was one of my Council advisers, while performing my role as grand knight of the Braintree Council of the Knights of Columbus. He was also in charge of the Tootsie Roll Program documents processing for applicants (children with disabilities) . He was exemplary in the performance of his council mandates.
Jack B., a friend, a brother, a father to everyone (Jack has no children, I have been teasing Jack for years to adopt me.), a husband a knight and good man who choose greatness by serving others.
This poem ,I am dedicating to the great man who faded away, but soon we will see him, in the day promised.
To Jack from us.
You are not just a man but a good man.
Your wonderful deeds were not forgotten.
You might have left, but we will see you again.
Today is yours, tomorrow ours. Now, you received your everlasting rewards for your greatness.
You are surely missed, and adored.
You are part of us and you will always be.
You have touched so many hearts, you have changed so many lives.
Your commitment to serve not only our Council, but others, have earned a space in our Deity's mansion.
You have shared your kindness and gifts in making our difficult world, a better place to live.
You have embodied the ideals of modesty and kindness, your humility worthy of emulation.
How can we forget you ?
I met Past Grand Knight Jack Buonopane in 2009. An extremely likable person. Caring. Dedicated. A man of few words but honorable.
He was always there when you call on him. He was that dedicated, of a leader, and a person, he will not hesitate to give his shirt off his back at moments notice of a need. I cannot think of a grandiose word to describe Jack.
Jack is a wonderful person to talk to. While I was serving as Grand Knight of the Braintree Council, I would see and talk to Jack after the mass on Sundays at St. Claire Church in Braintree. St. Claire is one of our parishes in the jurisdiction of the Braintree Council.
I usually (if I am not at work, with my regular employment) make it a point to talk and see Jack B., seeing and getting his wisdom on Council matters. PGK Jack B. was one of my Council advisers, while performing my role as grand knight of the Braintree Council of the Knights of Columbus. He was also in charge of the Tootsie Roll Program documents processing for applicants (children with disabilities) . He was exemplary in the performance of his council mandates.
Jack B., a friend, a brother, a father to everyone (Jack has no children, I have been teasing Jack for years to adopt me.), a husband a knight and good man who choose greatness by serving others.
This poem ,I am dedicating to the great man who faded away, but soon we will see him, in the day promised.
To Jack from us.
You are not just a man but a good man.
Your wonderful deeds were not forgotten.
You might have left, but we will see you again.
Today is yours, tomorrow ours. Now, you received your everlasting rewards for your greatness.
You are surely missed, and adored.
You are part of us and you will always be.
You have touched so many hearts, you have changed so many lives.
Your commitment to serve not only our Council, but others, have earned a space in our Deity's mansion.
You have shared your kindness and gifts in making our difficult world, a better place to live.
You have embodied the ideals of modesty and kindness, your humility worthy of emulation.
How can we forget you ?
Tuesday, May 13, 2014
In the succeeding months starting in June, 2014
Hello my loyal viewers and readers during the months after May, 2014
I will feature more people after I interview them for this article.
If you know anyone that deserves recognition, please email me at jd.phd.2togo@gmail.com
I will feature more people after I interview them for this article.
If you know anyone that deserves recognition, please email me at jd.phd.2togo@gmail.com
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
1. WHO ?
She is a winner. Ms. Joan Price. In fact, she is my Boston Marathon favorite this year, 2014. She is really a special person.She taught us that the journey matters, whether you are young or not so young anymore ? As the saying goes, only horses grow in years, not us.We walk, we run, the journey is the most rewarding not the destination.I do not mind finishing last. The journey matters. I finished last, I failed a few times, I stumbled, I mumbled, and I never gave up when some gave up on me. Remember our race with Continental Air in 1995 ? I was the last runner to reach the finish line. I felt like a winner...Remember our climb to Mt. Washington ? Remember our 86 miles trek from Samos, Spain to Santiago Campostela ? The journey taught me a lot.
You make decisions. Its yours. Not others to make on your journey. Know what is in your heart not mind.
- Paradigm.
Yours. Your perception of reality.
Check if there is the possibility of shifting to help others.
Many does not realize that what happens to many people will impact each one of us, directly or indirectly. The material poverty of so many people. They are not lazy. They are not dull or dumb.
Win-win.
Being able to travel (traveled and lived in many parts of the world taught me that all of us, are the same; Breathing the same air except the polluted air of some cities.
May the Supreme Power in Heaven guide you in your journey.
You only fail when you give up. - Looking at the problem with a ready, well-thought solution
Tonight, one of my fraternal organizations honored Dr. King a Massachusetts General Hospital surgeon, with a service award.
Dr. King is a marathon runner, participated in the Boston Marathon last 2013, and after his marathon run that fateful day in 2013, operated patients for 30 hours at the MGH - where many victims from the Boston 2013 marathon bombing were taken to the hospital with life threatening injuries.
There are so many unsung heroes in the world. You are maybe one of them - When you see children dying of poverty related causes, and people dying from hunger...what do we do ?
Some donates. Are you sure the money you donate is given 100% of its value to the poor ? Are you sure your money does not create more poverty among many people ? You have been donating for many years, and why is it poverty is increasing instead of decreasing ?
We can change things.
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Rodolfo, where do you work?
55% complete - Lives in Boston, Massachusetts
Wednesday, April 9, 2014
Traveling
for many years in many parts of the Philippines, and including my
international "adventure" and quest, to answer all my questions since
then; meanwhile, "reminiscing my initial 'awakening' about poverty, in a
grade school for poor people, a 'public elementary school' ..."
UN Diplomats to head of states and many others, I watched and observed them, "intensed" but quietly taking mental notes of their authenticity.
One of them I recently met at a Harvard Conference,
"Professor" Douglas Broderick, a career diplomat.
Another caring soul I met, was the most unusual of all - this person has a different background and orientation from mine, an Irishman and career "NSA" man (He died in 2000 from a heart disease) We became close friends, of course he thought of recruiting me (joke), P.H. knew where I stand, when it comes to numerous things specially, "States" matter. I admired PH patriotism and dedication to service. He was not a politician, he was a "public servant, one of the best among the best servants I met.
I love people and sincere about my intentions with others. I want every democratic nations to succeed. I do not like people being exploited, or oppressed. I believe in old fashion honesty, I believe in authentic talents not made or molded through the Greeks or Roman ways. You know what, I meant.
UN Diplomats to head of states and many others, I watched and observed them, "intensed" but quietly taking mental notes of their authenticity.
One of them I recently met at a Harvard Conference,
"Professor" Douglas Broderick, a career diplomat.
Another caring soul I met, was the most unusual of all - this person has a different background and orientation from mine, an Irishman and career "NSA" man (He died in 2000 from a heart disease) We became close friends, of course he thought of recruiting me (joke), P.H. knew where I stand, when it comes to numerous things specially, "States" matter. I admired PH patriotism and dedication to service. He was not a politician, he was a "public servant, one of the best among the best servants I met.
I love people and sincere about my intentions with others. I want every democratic nations to succeed. I do not like people being exploited, or oppressed. I believe in old fashion honesty, I believe in authentic talents not made or molded through the Greeks or Roman ways. You know what, I meant.
Friday, March 28, 2014
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Wednesday, December 18, 2013
Politics, Economics and thoughts that matters:
The material poverty of the many, cannot be solve by the few. - Rodolfo Panizales
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