We all feel for Christchurch, Canterbury, as one year on it continues to valiantly meet the challenges of lately passed earthquakes. We remember today the people injured and the those who were lost one year ago.
I sometimes think, that it must be too much- too hard to bear, for the people of Christchurch and internationally, who were affected by the raw upheavals we remember. But, this must stand as a lesson to us, the people of Christchurch are emerging as a stronger and gentler community, and will forever stand united, helping each other and those around them.
We wish that the City Councils will strengthen and prepare their communities for potential natural disasters, especially earthquakes. And we wish that the scientists can now on help us be ready, mentally as well as practically, for the possibilites of earthquakes.
Christchurch has proven to us, that we need not despair when trouble strikes like a hammer. When we bond together and help each other, we may recover in the pressure of uncommon strain.
New Zealand offers its heartfelt condolences and hopes to Christchurch today. We can only admire your spirit, and tell you that we feel deeply for your loss. Today we, with respect, salute Christchurch!
