Inspirational People
Well, this list is overdue. My apologies. I had to have a break and some time to myself after the events of the last few days. Also, this list is far from complete. There may even be something or someone obvious missing, I apologize if so! At some point there will either be another list or I may simply add to this one. So, if you know anyone that you think should be added to it, please let me know using the submit link at the top of the page, or on Twitter. Thanks.
Inspirational People:
1. Tariq Jahan
For the courage and humanity you have shown despite the tragedy of losing your son as a result of all of this. Despite your extreme grief, you chose not to look for revenge, but to make a call for peace - amongst all sects and races in our community. Inspirational.
2. Upinder Randhawa and Sangat TV
A few people asked why I haven’t mentioned them on here before. Truth is, I was inundated trying to maintain this blog and sort through all the info I was receiving as it was all happening. I simply didn’t have time to watch Sangat TV during the riots and initial aftermath. I barely found the time to sleep or eat! But now that everything has calmed down somewhat, I was able to catch up. Serious bravery was shown by going right into the heart of the riots and reporting from the scene. Inspirational.
3. All participants in #RiotCleanup
By the simple use of a Twitter hashtag, people all around the country were able to congregate and combine their efforts to clean up all the mess in the aftermath of all the vandalism. Inspirational.
4. Riot Repairs on MyBuilder.com - link
Hundreds of qualified tradesmen have offered their services for free to business that have been vandalized and damaged by rioters and looters. Inspirational.
5. Killer5 Interiors - link
This Midlands-based Interior design firm reached out to me on Twitter. They are willing to offer their services free of charge to any business damaged by riots, and to provide furniture and fittings at trade cost. Inspirational.
6. You :)
Over the past few days, thousands upon thousands of you have submitted tips, photos, videos and information. This blog wouldn’t have been possible without you. Thousands more of you have reached out here and on Twitter to say thanks. You gave me the motivation to keep going even running on little sleep. Inspirational.
