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Blast from the past, while my brother and I, Noel, were at the University Mr. Bryant was popular worldwide. He was a household name. My family made an observation that Mr. Bryant looks a lot like my brother, Noel. Along with the peoples of the world we at Inspires send our heartfelt prayers and condolences to the families and friends  of the victims in that helicopter crash. He inspired and continues to inspire multitudes of people. This author included. Life is fleeting. Life is significant. Life is purposeful. He matters so much that even his leaving this world sent ripples unto the shores of these islands that he visited when he was alive.  He inspired me to keep going with my writing. Time and again, I would write that what happens in a far continent has an effect in a far and away island in another part of the globe. He made people smile.  A hero to many. A role model. Be it as a father and a friend to all. May he rest in peace. *Photo W

James Z. Carpio, writer Being sincere is difficult. But it has a lot of advantages.  People may misconstrue and doubt your intentions, be sincere even then. When you are sincere your heart is pristine. You are close to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. I may be: Silent Insignificant  Nobody Cautious  Eccentric  Respectful Expressive  That is why I love doing random acts of kindness. Why? Because I will never see them again for the rest of my life. People you meet they say are for a reason, a season, and a lifetime. Strangers Family or friends  Again, family and friends  And, for always, God. With God who is Sincerity you could not have placed your heart in a refuge of mercy, security, protection, and all the other virtues like faith, hope, and, love. Being sincere is not so difficult after all come to think of it. Right?

Ascension Press  and  Ascension Presents   in collaboration with  Inspires   give you this riveting magnum opus.‎.. Condensed Reflection by James Z. Carpio I am truly grateful to have been given the gift of doing this for the readers. That is one. I have lived a good number of years here in this world so, definitely, I have been practicing the two social virtues. I am grateful to my family. Family is family. I am grateful to my friends.  Today, I said thank you to the cashiers at a mall and a convenience store. I do not know if I have an approachable face. I do not think I have one at all.  So, I have to go out of my way to talk to people. Sometimes I smile and just say hello. I think that will do. I have experienced genuine acts of kindness from people all around the world for which I am thankful. When I was at Frankfurt Airport, the Immigration Lady ran after me with my travel documents. Thank you. In Naga City, I am grateful to the