Monday, September 21, 2009

Team Hoyt - Father and Son

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Dick and Rick Hoyt Inspirational Life Story:

Who they are:

Dick and Rick Hoyt are a father-and-son team from Massachusetts who together compete just about continuously in marathon races. And if they’re not in a marathon they are in a triathlon — that daunting, almost superhuman, combination of 26.2 miles of running, 112 miles of bicycling, and 2.4 miles of swimming. Together they have climbed mountains, and once trekked 3,735 miles across America. For the complete inspirational story

Their Background:

Rick was born in 1962 as a spastic quadriplegic, cerebral palsy, non-speaking person. The ability of his mind and person have always been strong, and his family have been hearty supporters of his quest for independence and inclusion in community activities, sports, school and the workplace. Rick is a graduate of Boston University. For the complete inspirational story

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Stories from people inspired by Dick & Rick Hoyt!
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I'm sure you get these emails every day, so one more can't hurt.

I wanted to let you know that you are quite the pair, and my hat is off to you both.

Dick, you know that you are the premier father of all time, for the dedication that you show to your son, and obviously you are one hell of an athlete. I never thought the word 'determination' needed to be redefined, but apparently you did. You make me begin to believe what is possible.

Rick, as much as I am impressed with your dad, I want you to know that you have had a much more tremendous impact on me today. As I reviewed your website and saw the laundry list of accomplishments, I found myself in awe of all of the physical things you two had done together. But I was also surprised by the academic goals you have attained. For the complete inspirational story
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Dear Dick and Rick,

I just felt compelled to write you a note of thanks.

After being medically discharged from the Army in the 90's following a leg injury, I was at a pretty sad crossroads in my life, when I watched a documentary in the early hours of the morning in the UK, that charted your Iron man.

I remember crying more that night than I have ever done in my life! It made me realize that no matter what life throws at you, you can still do whatever you want. it just takes a little more effort and a truck load of determination. So that's what I did, I found a direction, and more importantly my spark I picked myself up and built a career, and more importantly a family. For the complete inspirational story

References:
http://www.teamhoyt.com/

Monday, September 7, 2009

Charice - Mom and Daughter - Inspirational



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Charice - Mom and Daughter - Always You

Watch Charice Life Story:


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MILLIONS OF WOMEN played this leading role. Audition lines can be as long as ten blocks. Despite the long lines, many women managed to make it through the audition landing the role. This role requires a demanding and dynamic performance, willing to work on it for hours and days on end. It requires depth and flexibility to perform the role well. Yet, millions and millions of women came into this role every year. For those who do not know what it is, it is the role of a mother.


Raquel, the inspiration behind Charice. I applaud both Charice and her mom’s indomitable courage and strength. Mommy Raquel single-handedly raised Charice and her brother Carl.

Si Mommy, mentor, tagahanda ng damit, taga-makeup. My mom’s a superwoman!”. - Charice

The 38-year-old Raquel, from whom Charice got her singing voice, advices Charice to focus on her goal. Mommy Raquel and Charice battled incredible odds to arrive where they are right now. Imagine at the age of three years old, Charice witnessed her father choke her mom then grabbed his shotgun. Fortunately, neighbors overheard their screams and broke down the door in the nick of time. Charice narrated her heartbreaking story on the September 9, 2008 episode of Oprah, then added:

"We left my dad and after that, I never saw him and I don’t want to see him. I’m just singing now for my mom. I couldn’t help her before, that’s why I want to help her now."

Charice and her Mom is indeed role model to anyone struggling and recovering from the pain of a traumatic past. I admire their determination, spunk and energy and not to mention their humility.

In the Rated K interview last year, she tells other Filipino children who are struggling:

" I’m not very different from them. That’s also the same experience that I have gone through. There will be a time when you think of giving up, because you’re tired, but don’t, if you’re really holding on to that dream. Because if that’s really your dream, and you persevere, you will surely reach it."

What a girl!

Some may attribute her success to a YouTube clip uploaded by a fan that eventually led to her guestings in popular US television shows Ellen Degeneres and Oprah. But for Charice, credits should go to her mother Raquel.

Super po akong humahanga sa kaniya,” said Charice,

noting that
although her mom was a single parent, she was able to support the needs of their children. For this, Charice lovingly dedicated her newly released second album entitled My Inspiration to her mom, in time for the upcoming Mother’s Day.

“For Mommy po ang lahat ng ito. At pati na rin po sa lahat ng mommies sa buong mundo, lahat ng mommies na naghihirap para sa anak,” -Charice

Charice told the entertainment press at the launch of her new album, which features 12 revivals including Wind Beneath My Wings and the mother-daughter duet You and Me Against the World.

The connection between mother and child is the one of the most sacred and intimate bonds one can experience.

Inspirational Articles from:
Asianjournal.com
Aboutmyrecovery.com