Quake victims’ generosity of spirit

Jeremy , Seattle, US — Mon, 19 May 2008 15:14:51 GMT

thank you,reporter. the chinese, I love them.

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Lynda, Houston, TX — Mon, 19 May 2008 15:17:56 GMT

This report brought tears to my eyes. It's at trying times that you see people's true nature. Salute to the Chinese!

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jing w, Seattle WA — Mon, 19 May 2008 15:19:21 GMT

I'm in tears... that reflects the true spirit of a nation. I am so proud of you, Chinese people!

God please bless them with health, safety, strength to carry on and love to recover.

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jennifer, NYC, NY — Mon, 19 May 2008 15:45:10 GMT

Apparently, western media can only see China from a westerner's point of view, thus cause many misunderstandings. Having lived in both east and west world for more than half century, I don't see the actions of victims as unusual at all. I can only see the huge difference between East and West. Westerners are more self-centered, mind your own business type individuals that don't like to ask personal informations. But in China, they belong to one huge family called China. They see others as part of an extended family. Everybody is a "sister/brother", "aunt/uncle" or "Mother/father" to someone even if they are not related. When bad things happened to your family, what would you do?

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Karen Hobson, Richmond, VA — Mon, 19 May 2008 16:09:13 GMT

For some reason, this tragedy has touched me in a way no other tragedy that has occurred outside of the USA has ever touched me. I find myself compelled to learn all I can about it, and I mourn with those who have lost so much. I haven't been so obsessed with an event since the sniper type killings that went on in and near Virginia, USA. I want the Chinese people to know I am thinking about them and wish them comfort and prosperity down the road. I also truly hope that new construction is able to survive any strong earthquakes in the future.

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Al Cheung, Edmonton, Alberta — Mon, 19 May 2008 16:11:57 GMT

This is an amazing story of courage and generosity from people who have suffered so much!

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Benjamin Chan, Seattle, Washington — Mon, 19 May 2008 16:21:20 GMT

yes, I'm proud of the Chinese.

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kenku — Mon, 19 May 2008 16:21:39 GMT

to be honest,this is the real spirit of most chinese.especially the poor people in the remote mountain.pray for sichuanese,the dead,survivors

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PT, San Francisco — Mon, 19 May 2008 16:31:31 GMT

This is such a touching story. Thanks for the great reporting and God bless those poor victims.

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Wei Huang, Granger, IN — Mon, 19 May 2008 16:42:47 GMT

This is indeed the sprint of average Chinese people. These farmers are backbone of China.

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Annette C. Tarantino; East Bridgewater, MA — Mon, 19 May 2008 16:43:21 GMT

How beautiful these survivors are, after their unspeakable losses and pain. Makes you realize the human heart and soul are blessed with a supernatural being. May they be further blessed as they struggle to get back on their feet.

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Kathleen Hawes, Olympia, Wash. — Mon, 19 May 2008 17:10:55 GMT

This story brought me to tears. That people that have suffered so much, and deserve to be self-centered at a time like this, still think about the needs and feelings of others is humbling and brings renewed faith and optimism to humanity.

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Zhen, Minnepolis, Minnesota — Mon, 19 May 2008 17:13:46 GMT

This is an excellent article. Very touching. I'm greatly moved by the spirit of humanity of the quake victims and of the reporter.

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Mario Rios Pinot, NY NY — Mon, 19 May 2008 17:13:50 GMT

I love Chinese people and the great experiment of Communist China seems to be doing better than Katrina. I hope they are able to get past this disaster with their own re4sources and international aid. Maybe American fear of communism can abate. Thank you.

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Keith, San Diego CA — Mon, 19 May 2008 17:15:37 GMT

Chinese have rarely seen thier stories reported that truthfully in the past. Reporters were usually sent to report local government achievements and as such, were also regarded very superior by ordinary people.
The open media due to this big quake will be astonishingly evaluated positive by the Chinese government and make them change in the future.

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Valerie Manning, Farmington NM — Mon, 19 May 2008 17:21:33 GMT

YEA!! to the chinese gov't military, and all "their" rescue workers for getting out to there problem 3 minutes after it all happened, and "NOT' 3 days later, like our govt, scaratching our heads wondering how to begin, with hurricane Katrina!!!! "Shame", "Shame" "America!!!"...

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gimye, singapore, singapore — Mon, 19 May 2008 17:23:56 GMT

i agree with the word that you all are "hen xin ku".
in fact all the rescue worker there are tolerating hardship beyond imagination.

not only physically and also mentally.

when i look at the news and hear the story here and there my heart were sour, tears were rolling.

at one point i dare not even go near it.

suddenly i think that what about the people working there. they have to take mental stress as well.

really all of you deserve a loud applaused and praise beyond words.

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Greg Hoo,pinecrest florida — Mon, 19 May 2008 17:25:34 GMT

Thank you for this story. We in America should be ashamed for complaining about the petty and worshiping the shallow.

These people have a great strength that seems inherent to their national identity. to think of others when you have suffered such circumatances can only speak of the honor which they still preserve.

I can only think of people here in florida complaining the day after the hurricanes that we did not have Ice distributed and the power wasn't on yet.

God bless these folks and I hope they find him there next to them and see his presence and be comforted that this is not all there is.

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John, Seattle — Mon, 19 May 2008 17:29:14 GMT

Thanks for the story. Really touching.

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Rachel Shi, Hays, Kansas — Mon, 19 May 2008 17:34:55 GMT

I am crying all the time for them, I hope I can go back to help them now.
Thank you for your hard working, you are lovely news workers.
God bless all of you good people.

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Patricia A. Blackstone Shiloh, North Carolina — Mon, 19 May 2008 17:40:10 GMT

Thank you for this story. I was moved by the touching generosity of spirit of these devastated people who have suffered such tragic, nearly incomprehensible losses. In times of such loss we are all one people in one world. My prayer for this world is that we may all begin to see and know that we ARE all one.It is time we stop fighting over the inconsequential and focus on all the ways we are the same. We are all brothers and sisters. May we act accordingly. May it inform our every action in this world.

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Eugene, Oregon — Mon, 19 May 2008 17:45:07 GMT

The Chinese "people" are just like us, poor, hard-working human beings who are just trying to live life with their families in peace. They deserve all the help we can give. Like any country, including the USA it is our GOVERNMENT, the rich and politicans that are evil and who are gouging the "people" with their bad laws and selfish concerns. ALL countries need to fight to oust the governmental/political aggressors who make money at the "peoples'" expense while our gas prices go sky high (so governments, the rich and politicians can make money) and our buildings and drugs are dangerously made (go governments, the rich and politicians can make more money) All of "We the people..." deserve to be treated as the human beings we are.....we want a safe world, safe drugs and safe buildings and affordable prices and lving wages. Fight ANY and all "governments" who do not work for the "huddled masses, yearning to breathe free." To all religions of the world think about this: What would Jesus, Mohammed, Buddha and Khrisna do? If all "believers" including war mongering politicians and governmental heads lived the life their so-called "prophets" did the world would be kinder, happier, more humane and prosperous. All "believers" need to fight the good fight for "the little guy!" Let the Godly (whatever they call their "God") Unite for Good and NOT evil......that way, we can all win.....

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Still Optimistic, Baltimore, MD — Mon, 19 May 2008 17:53:07 GMT

Maybe this will give the area an opportunity to rebuild their lost homes and schools with better, safer materials. I suppose something good could come from this tragedy if they get enough help.

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Bruce L Pomona, CA — Mon, 19 May 2008 18:19:54 GMT

As a disaster volunteer for the American Red Cross in Southern California, I can relate to this story. People will do all they can to survive and to help out others. I live by the motto "pass it on". Do good to others, so that they may pass on your generosity to others. One of the best things in life is to give of yourself to others.

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David Stebbins, San Diego, California — Mon, 19 May 2008 19:23:59 GMT

My opportunity to travel to Sichuan province last year was so rich. Chengdu is an amazing city. The people there were so friendly and the natural landscapes of JuaZaiGhou and EmeiSan were breathtaking.I know it was miles away from the earthquake, but the people share the same province. What a terrible tragedy for so many beautiful people to perish suddenly. I want to extend my compassion to all those suffering from this natural disaster. I'm sure I speak for the other compassionate people in the world that "our hearts go out to you"

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Jessica Fonseca, Chicago, ILL — Mon, 19 May 2008 19:46:56 GMT

t's sad to see the suffering of the people in China, but it's great to see everyone come together. My thoughts and prayers go out to every mother, father, son, daughter, niece, nephew, aunt uncle, grandma, grandpa lost in this tradegic way of mother nature. Until we join your soul again Rest In Loving Peace.

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RLiu, NYC, NY — Mon, 19 May 2008 19:57:59 GMT

This story reminds me an old Chinese saying: "In the time of desperation & suffering, the true nature of humanity will shine". Actually I am not at all surprised by the caring of the victims to the others becasue this is the way that Chinese were taught and raised and this is value we believe in.

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Griffin Zheng, Seattle, WA — Mon, 19 May 2008 20:01:48 GMT

After reading all those biased stories regarding tibet, it's good to see something the truely reflects how the Chinese people are at their core in the face of such tragedy. All I can say is this earthquake better bring change to how government construction project are monitored to make sure corner aren't being cut, especially in rural poor areas. Too many lives were lost that shouldn't of been.

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Alex — Mon, 19 May 2008 20:10:13 GMT

We love you, China ! We stand by to help . The human spirit is not easily broken. I was touched by this story. My heart breaks every time I see the photos of the devastation, please realise The West is not your enemy.

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Bruce Williams — Mon, 19 May 2008 20:19:10 GMT

I go to college in California. Everyone recognizes that many Chinese are very smart and do well at the top schools. But what most people don't know, that I have learned by going to school with them, is that they are very kind, decent and modest people.

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Bruce Williams — Mon, 19 May 2008 20:19:13 GMT

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Shimmer, San Francisco, CA — Mon, 19 May 2008 20:30:19 GMT

I have been crying for the victims and so are many of my friends back in China. Tears won't help, but money, food, medicine will... I know tens of millions of ppl like me who are willing to donate and are dying to help!

We see the generosity and kindness of the ppl over there, we see the efforts and hardship soldiers over there, we salute them with our respect.

Pls hold on to every hope. We'll do our best to help!

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Taniya W-P — Mon, 19 May 2008 20:33:09 GMT

The chosen heart of compassion is the way to live by! Our thoughts and volition in whatever manner possible is of overwhelming loving kindness for the dignified quake victims in China, the horrifically oppresed typhoon victimes at the relentless ignorance and cruelty of the junta, and of all surrering due to ignorance and selfishness. Know that your pain, it human, animal or environment, is felt by all -we share one gracious planet and non-violent action with strategy has to be taken globally if we are to save our beautiful mother Earth.

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J, Bellevue, WA — Mon, 19 May 2008 21:21:39 GMT

I've been reading Chinese media reporting that most of the newly minted Chinese billionaires have been extremely stingy in donations. One real estate tycoon even told employees to not give more than 10 yuan, which is like a buck!!! I hope you can report something about this. Being the new rich also means you must help more in times of national crisis, the average citizen contribute far more than the billionaires, that's just wrong.

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Laine, Naples, Florida — Mon, 19 May 2008 22:11:11 GMT

As often it is, the government-regime greedy and otherwise corrupt...the people wonderful. I have felt it first hand with many nationalities. But for the grace of God goes any country, any individual. In an eye's blink. Stop. Think of each and every little thing you think you 'need'...know what is really important. Above all, your humanity. Help all to live as well as you do.

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Amara, Jersey City, New Jersey — Mon, 19 May 2008 22:22:32 GMT

A tragic incident like this and the generosity of others depsite their suffering, make you question your own humanity and selflessness or lack thereof. We become so wrapped up in ourselves and our daily lives, we tend to forget that there is a bigger picture. We are all connected in some form or fashion. It's amazing to see a people who have suffered such devastation can still be concerned about the well-being of others. My heart and prayers go out to them. May God Bless them.

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Lixiang Luo — Mon, 19 May 2008 22:24:34 GMT

Among the 10 deadliest natural disasters in the human history, China had 5; China has been conquered time and time again... yet China is the arguably the longest sustaining civilization. It is the 5000-year history of hardship that shapes the tenacious and optimistic nature of the Chinese people. Their wisdom and determination to survive is hardly understood by Westerners.

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Shawn — Mon, 19 May 2008 22:25:32 GMT

Tears roll down my eyes while reading the story... Thank you.

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Irvine, California — Mon, 19 May 2008 22:32:02 GMT

Jesus Christ commands “Love each other as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.” That is what the Chinese people are doing to each other in this tragic disaster. They might never heard about Jesus, but they demonstrate the greater love commanded and given by God.

Sometime, it is possible that lives are taken away in order to save souls. Don't we see how many souls are saved through this disaster? How many Chinese throughout the world unite to honor the dead, the injured, the common people, the rescuers, the medical personals and the soldiers who are sacrificing for their brothers and sisters?

My heart is still full of sadness and my tears are still dripping down each day. But I see the hope, see the true spirit of Chinese, the backbone of China.

Chinese has a saying : “yi fang you nan, ba fang zhi yuan”, means when people from one place has problem/difficulty, people from eight places (figurativeness of all places) will come to help. We Chinese are applying this on our daily life. This might be something new to the Westerners, but it is one of the essences of Chinese spirit that make this culture survive for more than 5000 years. Ironically, it is through this disaster that the Western media finally sees it.

I am blessed to be a Chinese! Today I wear black to mourn with my country over thousands that have dead in the earthquake.

I pray we will always be grateful for what God has given to us, pray God will rein the land of China, and China, as a nation, will stand strong!

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Hanmin Wang — Mon, 19 May 2008 22:53:29 GMT

Thanks for sharing the true story. The tragedy should happen anywhere to anyone; Human beings should gather together when facing big natual disasters. Politicians should wake up, government should spend more money in geology research and earh science, to predict big disasters, to use the energy safely from earthquakes before it breaks out; instead of wasting money in military and nuclear weapons, and pulling the food from poor people's mouth to generate gas.

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Alan Oakley, Courtenay, B.C. — Mon, 19 May 2008 23:23:50 GMT

It is now that we can see the truth about the chinese people. How sad that it takes a tragedy of this proportion for us in the west to open our eyes. We can see the beauty, honour,resilience,and humility of this ancient race of people,,through their pain. As a western man I want those who are suffering to know that we see your pain and feel it with you.

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tom — Tue, 20 May 2008 00:10:07 GMT

Though a touching story its emblematic of how the Chinese Government and there chronies build things. Poorly made and dangerous. This should give us all pause about buying products made in China.

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Nancy, California — Tue, 20 May 2008 00:10:35 GMT

If you have chance to go to China-any places, you will find the truth - nice people everywhere.

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Xin, Toronto, Canada — Tue, 20 May 2008 01:14:42 GMT

I have read tons of touching stories recently about the earkequake, and this one makes me full of tears once again.
This one has a difference from all I have read previously, though. It's written in English . I so appreciate the writer has shown the truth about China and Chinese to the world from the western people's aspect.
Though some poor infrastructure has made it even more vulnerable to the natrual disaster, Chinese government and people all over the country have been trying their best at the soonest they can; so many soldiers and others have sacrificed their lives to save kids and elders from the wrentched; so many people, rich or poor or even a street beggar, generously donated money or whatever stuff in need...and even victioms, they rushed into the rescue for others before their relatives, or continuing the rescue after finding their loves' dead bodies...

Yes, lots about China has to be improved, but it's certainly not a society that lacks human rights severely like some media describe. Fairly speaking, China government and its people have shown the most concern and care they could to the victoms within this living example.
Just like victoms, they have shown shining humanity traits that pertain to the family we all belong to - China.

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Dachuan Yang, Beijing, China — Tue, 20 May 2008 01:21:12 GMT

Thanks for the great reporting. I have been study and work in US for 6 years, and now I have my own company cross both country. I totally understand the culture difference bewteen East and West.

But when the disaster occurs...
...

My Chinese friends and myself cry when american people died in 911.
I see american friends cry when we got hit by earth quake.

In front of disaster, the country difference disappeared, the culture difference disappeared. The only feeling is we are both human, we are same people, and we love each other.

Thanks for these kindly American friends!

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rob henning, eden,WI — Tue, 20 May 2008 02:21:25 GMT

Maybe we in America are thinking about when Katrina hit the USA. How much releif did we get from other countries. You get the story. I will donate to all my local causes because I know they will get my donation.

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Min C, Seattle, Washington — Tue, 20 May 2008 02:55:08 GMT

We all want to help those wonderful people who are suffering thier loss. The after-quake disease are going to endanger them, so in Seattle a group of us are putting a fund raiser on June 1st. So if you want to help we will post the details soon.

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Min C, Seattle, Washington — Tue, 20 May 2008 02:55:09 GMT

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Dongyan, Framingham, MA — Tue, 20 May 2008 02:59:10 GMT

After hearing so many negative and biased reports about China from news media recently, it is bitter sweet to read such a story like this which represents the true spirit of Chinese people, kind and loving and endurance. "Give good things to others before yourself" is what the ordinary Chinese are taught from their childhood.

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Chen, SD — Tue, 20 May 2008 03:01:44 GMT

This is a touchig story. Peope back in Sichuan and China will definitely be grateful because there are so many people caring about them. I cry every time I read stories, watch the news, and see the images.... I read the comments here, too. As a Chinese, I thank all of you for caring, sharing, and understanding. God, pleaae bless my folks, and give them hope and peace!

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Cindy Wang, White Plains, ny — Tue, 20 May 2008 03:30:59 GMT

We Love you China!!!!

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王飞上海（shangahi） — Tue, 20 May 2008 03:48:27 GMT

thanks for all the people around the world that care about us.I'm really proud to be a Chinese.

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Danya Wolf, Mount Vernon, WA — Tue, 20 May 2008 03:57:25 GMT

My thoughts and prayers are with you, everyone in China including my son, at this time.
Milles Choses,
Danya R. Wolf

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Debbie Petrides — Tue, 20 May 2008 04:35:27 GMT

to the poster who compared this to Katrina, there is an amazing difference.. the Chinese people are not looting and shooting each other after the fact to steal televisions and nor are they playing the "victim". rather they are getting up off their backsides and doing something about it! Yes the US goverment was lax but it's hard to help people when looking down the barrel of a gun

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Mel Wagner, Shanghai, China — Tue, 20 May 2008 04:39:24 GMT

Hi, I am here...in Shanghai, China. I have lived and worked in Shanghai for over 4 years.

By design, I was in Starbucks in the Xujiahui District, one of the major residential and shopping centers of Shanghai, when all 1.3 billion people in China stopped what they were doing, and silently stood for for 3 minutes in memory of the dead and injured in last Monday's earth quake.

At 2:28pm on Monday, May 19, 2008, exactly one week after the 7.9 earth quake, China absolutely stopped. Even the stock market was suspended for 3 minutes. It was an incredible sight to see the streets lined, the large overpass lined, and the huge, expansive steps in front of the Grand Gateway shopping center/office towers lined with thousands and thousands of silent people. I was standing on the large Starbucks' deck with about 100 other people. Many of the people did not go outside, but silently stood inside. Everything stopped.

At that location, 5 large, four-lane streets intersect. All traffic stopped for 3 minutes, and everyone sounded their horn. All you could hear was a 3 minute long, sustained blast of horns and sirens. It was an amazing, surreal, emotional experience. After the 3 minutes had expired, after the horns and sirens stopped, and after traffic began moving again, everyone remained silent for several minutes, retrospective and obviously shaken by the experience.

In addition, entertainment activities in Shanghai have been cancelled for 3 days, including bars, night clubs, karaoke bars, movies, recreation facilities/gyms, and online games of all types. The Chinese government believes this is a time to mourn, and not a time to have fun. I think they are right.

Best wishes to all,
Mel Wagner
Shanghai, China

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Ken Thompson — Tue, 20 May 2008 04:50:49 GMT

Power to the Chinese people. To begin to overcome the tragedy takes guts and reminds me of what the US was like in years past, like in the 1930's and 40's. Those nitwits who think China is a Communist nation should take another look. They are Capiltalists in the truist sense of the word. More power to them!

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Lynda — Tue, 20 May 2008 05:22:37 GMT

WHY IS IT THAT THE AMERICAN PUBLIC IS NOT INFORMED OF WHICH COUNTRIES DONATED TO OUR DISASTER RELIEF ?

I PERSONALLY DO NOT KNOW WHICH COUNTRIES DONATED TO HURRICANE KATRINA, OR ANY OTHER OF OUR DISASTERS.

THE PEOPLE IN OTHER COUNTRIES DO NOT KNOW, THAT I PERSONALLY DO NOT KNOW, THEY HAVE HELPED US !

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Chengdu — Tue, 20 May 2008 05:28:22 GMT

Thank you for your moving story.That is the spirit of our great Chinese people.All Chinese people now are united and facing the natural disaster together.So many touching stories there show the real spirits of humanity.What I've heard and seen here make me proud of being a Chinese.

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Vie, philippines — Tue, 20 May 2008 05:44:12 GMT

God speed his love to those needed it most.His up there.I thank him for the love and care His giving to the whole world.Lets pray together for those people's die.To chinese leader did his best for his people's.May this be set exsample for other leaders out there.

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Lynn Zhang — Tue, 20 May 2008 05:46:23 GMT

It is one of millions of touching stories. As an American edcuated Chinese who's now returned to China, I've been following stories in both Chinese and English media. It does bother me that most of American journalists were more interested in how the goverment react, as if they are standing by to pick up a mistake to critize. Praise to the guy who really cares! I also want to share a very touching story, sadly I don't know where to post and this may not be a very good place. I'm a little surprised no journalist reported this yet, maybe it's because their language barrier. A teacher, named Qianqiu Tan, who was lecturing as usual when the earthquake hit. He immediate ordered to students to run for their lives ASAP. He himself standing as he was, supervising, even though he was the one that's closest to the door. However, the building started to collapse when there were four students unable to get out. Mr. Tan grabbed them together, and almost thrust them under a desk in front of him. And his last act as a living man was to lean his entire body over the desk to cover it up. He was found dead with the four students under the desk he protected with his life, they youngsters were scared, but safe and sound.

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Jim Lou, Pasadena, California — Tue, 20 May 2008 05:58:53 GMT

Here is a poem dedicated to victims, students killed during the earthquake. It's translated from Chinese:

Baby, hurry
Hold mom's hands
The path to heaven is dark
Mom worries about you
Hurry, hold on to mom's hands, let mom walking with you

Mom, I am afraid
The path to heaven is so dark
I can’t find your hands
The collapsed walls blocked the light
I can no longer see the loving eyes of you

My baby, go ahead
Do not worry the road ahead of you
No more endless home works and disciplines from Dad
Please remember me and him
In next life, we will still be together

Mom, don't worry
The path to heaven is a little crowed
Many my classmates and friends
We promise not to cry
Any mom here is our mom
Any child here is mom's child
The days ahead without me
Give your love to these still alive

Mom
Please don't cry
Tears would not shine the road
The path in front of us
We will walk on our own
Slowly and carefully
Mom
I will remember you and Dad
It is our promise, be together in next life

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Amelia Albuquerque NM — Tue, 20 May 2008 06:09:37 GMT

My heart is with those in the Sichuan province right now, to all those suffering the loss of loved ones, those gone and those left behind...I am crying for you...
Chinese culture is beautiful, in the wake of such disaster so much kindness...

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chan — Tue, 20 May 2008 07:34:12 GMT

I`sorry for those who lost theirs children and relative.I hope goverment will take notice of this earthquake for the next project coming .

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joey,joburg,south africa — Tue, 20 May 2008 07:53:15 GMT

Greater is he who is in you than the one in the world. Chinese people know that God will never leave you nor forsake you, so be strong and know that he will pull you through.

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Tony Lee, Sydney, Australia — Tue, 20 May 2008 08:52:58 GMT

I am an immigrant chinese living in Australia. Reading your report about the magnanimous response of people in the depth of their suffering has evoked in me a deep sense of pride, not only of the Chinese people, but for all of humanity, especially when there is so much pain and conflict in the world today, with "man's inhumanity to man" so rampant. I am deeply touched by your excellent reporting of such a profound tragedy. I fervently hope that a lot of people will have access to this article and be touched and perhaps be changed in their awareness of what the human life is all about...compassion and kindness to all people, whatever circumstances of life have afforded them.

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John Normand, Los Angeles, CA — Tue, 20 May 2008 08:53:19 GMT

Very touchy story. Tears rolled down my cheeks when I was watching the webcast about their 3 minute tribute to the dead. They sure have a more efficient government in time of disasters than we do. Praise the Chinese.

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Threemileteacher, Shanghai, China — Tue, 20 May 2008 09:22:56 GMT

Wow, it's so amazing how poor people can care for each other...so unlike the wealthy streets of Shanghai. Here, there are only selfish, self-centered people that start hocking & spitting when they see a Westerner. Then it's that same Westerner that throws money in the cups of the limbless and other beggers on the street....so, what a difference a little wealth makes - or the lack of it.

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Jim Beijing — Tue, 20 May 2008 09:42:27 GMT

I have been living and working in Beijing for the past year. Having worked in other areas of Asia, I immediately recognized the kind hearts and spirits of the Chinese people. It is true, the chinese people see themsleves as one family. I think this is something we miss in the States. I am truy saddened by the imgages I see. If you have not donated, please find it in your heart, hundreds and thousands need our help!

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LT, Kuala Lumpur — Tue, 20 May 2008 10:42:41 GMT

I read in a Malaysian newspaper recently of some Malaysian trapped in the earth quake were offerred food and drinks by Chinese people who have loss everything in the quake. The Malaysian have to sleep in the coach for three days. The Chinese people even cooked for them with anything they can find from the quake. Amazing!

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Meng, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia — Tue, 20 May 2008 11:19:52 GMT

Everytime I read about this tragedy, I cry. Unity which ultimately gives us strength is the greatest asset that any Chinese in the world process. In crisis like this, you see the unity in the chinese community. I pray for all the victims in this tragedy.

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Betty Sien, Hong Kong — Tue, 20 May 2008 11:25:22 GMT

Salute to each and every workers in the earthquake zone like the rescuers, medical personnel, relief workers, media who all without reservation in contributing. We are also grateful of our Government in swiftly organising and coordinating concerted effort of the whole country. I hope Government will learn more from this tragedy and eventually serve to better the country.

Quake victims’ generosity of spirit

haigh87 GLACE BAY NOVA SCOTIA,CANADA — Tue, 20 May 2008 11:44:16 GMT

Such courage in times of disasters,such love and sharing This is a great example to the world of a nation of caring and sharing people who have suffered many hardships May god bless each one and give comfort to them all

Quake victims’ generosity of spirit

Randy, West Texas — Tue, 20 May 2008 12:29:53 GMT

Well, being Christian, I pray for them. Money? Sorry. I am a new victim of this economy, and the newest member of the working poor. My $23,000 per year doesn't go very far. The U.S. government is doing nothing to really reduce the economic suffering. 23k used to be more than enough, up until about a year ago. The Chinese government should have the resources to provide all that those citizens could hope to have relief. In such an unimaginable disaster, all the money in the world could not ease the suffering, or rebuild quick enough. But, I am reminded of Hurricane Katrina, and the 4 Hurricanes that hit Florida. There are still people suffering right here with those calamities. By Democracy, our government is made to care. (or so it would seem). In China, the people are wonderful and generous. Their government does not have to worry about the domestic press holding any internal disaster help to task, because those kinds of comments will land a reporter in a "re-education" camp for 5 years. Since the government has secured mose of our imports, I would think they could afford to employ what it takes to care for their own citizens.

Quake victims’ generosity of spirit

Tony C. (NYC citzen and Singapore resident) — Tue, 20 May 2008 12:31:06 GMT

It does not surprise me one bit that those who have little to give, are usually the most generous. Let's hope that the outpouring of world-wide support for the China earthquake and the Burma typhoon will at least match what was provided during the tsunami and 9/11.

Quake victims’ generosity of spirit

Gail, Beijing, China — Tue, 20 May 2008 12:45:44 GMT

Every Chinese is deep sorrow, yet we are not down with tragedy. We donate money, put a "love China" heart in front of MSN names, send messages about "blessings for the injured and faith in China". In fact, I've never seen a more united country as we are now. Thanks to all the caring people from all over the world. We are a family by nature.

Quake victims’ generosity of spirit

James Poon, Richmond, Virignia — Tue, 20 May 2008 13:15:22 GMT

Through all the sadness, at least one good thing surfaced. It's apparent that there is plenty of goodness in our hearts to love each other, regardless of their race or origin. I urge everyone to support our reputable charities so they can help out these victims. We are their only hope!