Earthquakes, tsunamis and now a nuclear meltdown, it's times like these we can be grateful to call Saskatchewan, Canada home.
As of press time more than 12,000 people are dead or missing and several hundred thousand have been left homeless following recent events in Japan yet through it all, it seems these people are putting up a united front and working their way through, the worst possibly, still yet to come.
I truly hope the victims of the disaster never give up hope, take care of themselves, and live strong for tomorrow... Also, I want all citizens of Japan to remember everyone who has been affected by the devastation, not only today but for a long time afterwards - and help with the recovery," spoke Japan's Emperor in a rare public address Wednesday morning.
"Currently, the entire nation is putting forth its best effort to save all suffering people. However, under the severe cold weather, evacuees are having a very difficult time because they lack food, water, and energy sources," he said.
"Also, I am deeply concerned that the current nuclear plant situation is critical. I truly hope that with so many people working together to help, the situation will not worsen."
It's a tragic time and a time of dire need. It's also a situation that stands to affect the entire world's population. While we have given generously in the past for many causes, we once again have to come together to help a people that is working tirelessly to help themselves.
"I am deeply impressed to see people who have survived, and are suffering from the biggest disaster, encourage themselves to live for tomorrow. This is so courageous," concluded the Emperor Wednesday. Let's get behind them in their cause.
