In 2011, Japan suffered from a devastating earthquake and tsunami. After the tragedy, many people reached out to help Japan. This was a great example of putting away our differences to help one another in times of trouble.
One thing that I admire about Justin Bieber is his willingness to go help anyone in need. Justin had a concert scheduled in Japan after the earthquake. Instead of canceling his concert in fear of the radiation like many other artist, he went ahead and performed in Japan. Not only did he perform, but he also stopped and talked to some of the victims of the earthquake.
The thing is not everyone is a pop star that can go and perform in Japan, but that doesn't mean you can't do something to help. In my middle school's Japanese class, we made two Senbazuru. A Senbazuru is 1000 origami cranes held together by string. That means our Japanese class made 2000 origami cranes! The Japanese people believe that cranes bring them good luck. The 8th grade classes took one week from our lesson to make origami cranes. Afterwards, we met after school to finish making the cranes and string them. My Japanese teacher sent them to Japan through relatives who still live in Japan. The 8th graders also held a fundraiser during lunch time. We made anything from origami flowers to origami earrings (which were super cute!). All the money we raised we also sent to Japan.
It doesn't matter who you are, or where you live, or how much money you have, there is always a way to help someone in need through small, inexpensive items or service.
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