In the literal and figurative wake of the tsunami/quake in Japan, millions of people are now facing unimaginable chaos, destruction, and uncertainty. Regardless of geography, political allegiances, or religious affiliations, this moment is an opportunity for the World to stand in solidarity with the people of Japan. It takes more energy to hate than it does to show compassion. Great moments in history are not shaped solely by an event. They are shaped by the will of ordinary people to come together, declaring loudly with one voice, that they will overcome.
Perseverance is the gift of humanity; there is no other cheek to turn when innocent victims are involved. Don't be a bystander. It is the civic duty of all who are capable to take their condolences further than YouTube and Twitter. Whatever you can do to support to the millions of people affected by this tragedy, do it. Why? Because it just as easily could've happened to you.
The writing on the flag is the Kim Ga Yo, the Japanese national anthem. It reads:
May my Lord's reign,
Continue for a thousand years,
Eight thousand generations,
Until pebbles
Grow into boulders,
Covered in moss.
Text REDCROSS to 90999 to send $10 to relief efforts in Japan.
