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A new blog to contain answers to prompts |
Since my old blog "Everyday Canvas " ![]() |
Prompt: Whether you are acquainted with them or not, who is the one person (in your opinion) who has recently done or is doing great things for you, for anyone else, or for the public? Would you want to thank them in some way? ----------- This is a difficult question to answer for me because so many people have done or are still doing great things for me. The problem is deciding between which of their deeds are good and which are great. ![]() So, I'm going to generalize them rather than naming people. First in line are my family members who have had a great impact and a positive effect on my life. Then come my dear friends and some co-workers I was lucky to know once upon a time. As of today, say, during the 2010s and 2020s, I'm noticing several organizations, individuals, and companies that dedicate their works to improve the lives of all people. I appreciate them greatly. A few examples I can think of, I'll try to write about, again, in general. Most importantly, mental health awareness has been made much better due to the work of public figures and organizations. Especially, autism has come to the forefront, whereas during the 1960s, for the disabilities of an autistic child, parents' handling that child would be criticized, whereas even the word autism wasn't in the public domain, at that time. It was the mother who spoiled or the father who was distant, you name it! Then, the Covid pandemic during the recent few years has highlighted the important role of those who deal in public health and healthcare for everyone. Plus, as far as companies go, some, though not all, are showing a social responsibility. I only hope they do keep up their good works and are not discouraged by the economy or clueless rulers of countries and states. I'm guessing the very rapid advances in technology has also led to important improvements in our lives, even if they are difficult to keep up with and their negative sides can shock some of us who are not technologically adept, like yours truly. If I were out to thank everyone who I think has done something great for me and the public, I'd run out of time, but I do feel gratitude for their involvement in our lives and I think they are all fine advocates for the betterment of our lives. |