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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.

05.20.2008 Report
My inspiration was my mother, she took care of her mother father, 5 kids and finally my Dad.
She worked fulltime for several years when my sister was born b/c there were no other kids around, so Mom worked to put her in daycare. Dad got sick at a young age and had to go on disability and needed 24 hr care, Mom was always worn out but never complained.
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Jesus is my all in all, my everything, and my greatest inspiration
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My mother was a woman before her time. She paved the way for women in the workforce and one of the smartest women I have known.
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my sister. She's always been afreind to me. She's always been there for me. I don't know what I'd do without her.
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I do not have and have not had anyone of inspiration in my life.
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My grandmother! She had 11 granchildren and each one of us thought we were her favorite grandchild!
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My dad has been my inspiration he.Ilost a great deal when i lost him. was a wonderful man a good father as well
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My mother is my greatest inspiration. She was a very positive person, and was my biggest fan.
She was not a complainer, even when she battled cancer.
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I have a great mother in law that sets a great example for her children. She never complains about her health or other people and always cares about others. I tell my husband'you never see your mother complaining like that.'
05.19.2008 Report
Dr. Paul Farmer, founder of Partners in Health, is the most inspirational person to me.
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