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Who’s Been Your Greatest Inspiration Throughout Your Life and Why?

By: Caitlin Goebel (View Profile)

Every night I come home and turn on the evening news. At times it seems the world is in devastation and destruction. But today, and in the past, there have been individuals that have inspired and motivated me about what tomorrow will bring.

The greatest inspiration in my life was one of the actions Eleanor Roosevelt took as the First Lady. When she heard that the Daughters of the American Revolution were not letting Marian Anderson, an African American, sing at Constitution Hall, the First Lady removed any affiliation with the organization and then arranged for Ms. Anderson to sing at Lincoln Memorial. She could have ignored what was happening but she chose to take a very public stand on the issue. 

We all can be inspired when hearing the stories of people who have done something out of the ordinary in this world. Is there someone who has inspired you and why?  Join the chit chat. 

The giveaway ended May 23rd, but you can still add your story to this chit chat. Look for more giveaways and stand by for an announcement about our winner.

04.26.2008 Report
Montel Williams has inspired me. His fight against multiple sclerosis and in finding a treatment is commendable. As such, I decided to help my son overcome autism. A simple change in diet and a green food supplement made all the difference in the world. Thank you, Montel, for inspiring me. I am the author of 'Green is the Cure.'
04.26.2008 Report
My mother has been my greatest inspiration. She's the strongest woman I know and I'm inspired by her daily.
I must choose, Rosa Parks. A woman who was an inspiration during the Cival Rights movement. She took a stand and never quit. The changes that occurred in our society are because of Miss Rosa Parks.
04.26.2008 Report
my mom, touged it out through the hard times, always set a good enough example and never complained. did enought to raise us to fend for ourselves...
04.25.2008 Report
My mosther was a wonderful and kind person who helped others
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My mom, because she won't give up (on life, she has ovarian cancer) and she won't let me give up either.
04.25.2008 Report
My Mom! She is suah a caring Godly woman that is always selfless and giving.
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My 'adopted' 90+y.o. Mom. She's a devout Christian but interested in and will visit other faiths. She has dear friends of all ages and continues to learn from them. BESIDES, she delivers meals-on-wheels to folks sometimes half her age! ;)

(Thanks for letting me give her .15 seconds of fame!)
04.25.2008 Report
my mother, she was amazing.
04.25.2008 Report
My christian menor Lorraine.
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