It is not fair that two of the people I've always admired had to go a long trip. I don't know when I'll see them again, but I am positive the beginning of their journey in a better world doesn't mean the end of their lives here: they will always live through the great memories we have of them.
This week my dear friend, Mr Dennis Shaw, passed away. I've heard about his great personality even before I became a Youth Ambassador, and finally in 2007 we met in person. Unfortunately Mr Shaw was not the team leader of my group of YAs, but talking with him even for a few minutes made me understand why everybody seemed so fond of him.
Later that same year we met in Ouro Preto - MG, Brazil, during a conference hosted by Partners of the Americas. Mr Shaw shined, among many people, as a sun. He had more energy than everybody together, and a heart bigger than the country he was visiting.
Thank you very much, Mr Shaw. I will never forget your supportive words and how you called me "Rebecca-zinha". I will never forget your smile and your sincere tears, your genuine affection, and your laughter. You became my second grandfather, and I will hold you in my memories as such.
This week my dear friend, Mr Dennis Shaw, passed away. I've heard about his great personality even before I became a Youth Ambassador, and finally in 2007 we met in person. Unfortunately Mr Shaw was not the team leader of my group of YAs, but talking with him even for a few minutes made me understand why everybody seemed so fond of him.
Later that same year we met in Ouro Preto - MG, Brazil, during a conference hosted by Partners of the Americas. Mr Shaw shined, among many people, as a sun. He had more energy than everybody together, and a heart bigger than the country he was visiting.
Thank you very much, Mr Shaw. I will never forget your supportive words and how you called me "Rebecca-zinha". I will never forget your smile and your sincere tears, your genuine affection, and your laughter. You became my second grandfather, and I will hold you in my memories as such.
