The devastating earthquake in Sendai Japan, has brought upon a sense of reality. The fragility of life is something that we can never ignore no matter how hard we try to defy the odds.
The earthquake itself did not deal much damage but it was the aftermath of it, the tsunami that followed which literally wiped out thousands of lives and progress worth billions. The negligence of a company has sentenced the 200 odd employees, still working hard at the nuclear power plant in Fukushima, to certain death.
Though facing insurmountable odds and almost certain death, the valiant group known as the Fukushima 50 have volunteered their lives in exchange for the safety of Japan and the world. While they could have simply lamented about their fate, these brave men and women continued with their cause. Such is the making of heroes. The Japanese have always been known for their Samurai Spirit, which encompasses sacrifice for a cause for which they believe strongly in. While it may have been misused during the past wars, this spirit lives on through the Fukushima 50 who continue to display such perseverance.
I extend my admiration to the Fukushima 50, whose decision to stay on to fight has touched me. I pray for the families of these men and women. My deepest condolences to everyone in Sendai, Fukushima and to Japan. The Japanese speak most about honour and the Fukushima 50 have displayed honour of the highest degree.
Stay strong and fight on. You have the world behind you. Editors at TST truly wish everyone in Japan the very best as you look to bounce back from this setback.
A Father's Goodbye to his family: "Please continue to live well. I cannot be home for a while". Such is the sacrifice and such is the pain. To the family, spouse and children of the Fukushima 50, stand proud as your close one is nothing short of a Hero, nothing short of being the reason why we must live well to honour their efforts and sacrifice.
