With the time zones being different, Japan is 20 hours ahead compared to Los Angeles, California. It is already
March 11th and many Japanese are commemorating the
one year anniversary of the deadly earthquake/tsunami disaster that took many lives.
QUOTE Despite the horror of the earthquake and tsunami, which left the Japanese “deeply shocked,” Archbishop Ikenaga said he was able to “recognize how wonderful it is for people to support each other” by the generous donations and support of volunteers all over the world.
Koreans showed their support by holding up signs in front of news cameras that said, “We love Japan. Japan will overcome the hardship!”
The archbishop recalled how Japan received donations from “all over the world,” nuclear specialists from overseas offered “generous support,” and locals from “all over Japan” volunteered in the clean up.
“Facing unreasonable and cruel realities, we are largely impressed and encouraged by numerous people at home and abroad who are making every effort to help the affected persons,” Archbishop Ikenaga said.
(source: CNA/EWTN News)
I too, will remember all who were lost that day but I will also give thanks to those who despite having lost everything, remained steadfast, hopeful, and are today, not only committed to rebuilding their lives and their homes, but to rebuilding their communities with neighbor and help from abroad.
The Japanese are a resourceful and hearty people...may they continue to inspire us all.