The Best of Humanity

If you're having trouble seeing the good in the world right now because you're confined to your home, I would like to share some examples for you to help you deal with the world-wide shutdown.  They are separated geographically but share the same heart for helping others.  In my opinion, they represent the best of humanity.  Here goes:

1. Dr. John Mulligan.  Not only is he willing to put up with me on the tennis courts where we'll playing doubles together when we become age-eligible in a few decades for the men's 90+ National Tennis Championships, but he's also willing to put serving others ahead of his own needs.  He reached out to tell me he helped deliver a St. Patrick's Day baby at the hospital, the same day he was thinking about his sister and my daughter who are also St. Patrick's Day babies.  He mentioned that it's likely he will eventually contract the virus because he happens to work in an environment where the risk is high.  He and all the health care professionals working in difficult times get my vote for the best of humanity.
2. Mark Mulligan.  There's no stopping this south-of-the-border cousin who thrives on sharing his musical talents with others.  Mark and John are brothers and I'm proud to call them my cousins.  Mark is unstoppable.  If you want to be inspired, read his book, "The Three Miracles."  If you want great music, watch him on YouTube.  Even better, order one of his CD's.  Mark is the founder of CASTAWAY kids, a non-profit organization that helps needy kids get a hand up to college.  Way to go, Mark.  You get my vote for the best of humanity.
3. Erin Cronican.  She recently took Wilson into her home in New York City, the epicenter of our nation's pandemic.  While most would prefer to lock themselves up and hibernate until the crisis is over, Erin is doing her best to share her talent with others who seek to find their way in the world of acting.  The organization she founded, The Seeing Place Theater, is where she acts, directs and produces.  Nothing will stop her from serving others, not even a second diagnosis of Stage IV cancer.  Erin, you get my vote for the best of humanity.

Who inspires you?  Do you have anyone in your circle of friends who get your vote for the best of humanity?  Reach out and tell them how you are touched by their acts of kindness.  Thank you, John, Mark, and Erin, for all you do.  Have a great day.