Wikipedia says, in part,that "Cinco de Mayo (Spanish for "fifth of May") is a voluntarily observed holiday that commemorates the Mexican army's unlikely victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862."
Immediately upon reading that, thoughts of other unlikely events where people experienced some kind of triumph came to my mind. Where something extraordinary happened instead of what would be considered likely under the circumstances.
The Jewish celebration of Hanukkah, Festival of Lights, commemorates the miracle of consecrated olive oil burning for eight days in the eternal flame of the Temple, when there was only enough of the oil to last one.
The Bible tells stories of how Jesus was able to feed thousands of people with just a few fish and loaves of bread. There were even baskets of leftovers! The account tells that it was a boy in this large crowd who provided the five loaves and two fishes. What a fabulous role he played!
When challenges the world faces today seem impossible, we need to remember that each of us do make a significant difference.
"Johnny Appleseed" planted apple trees and made his difference.
Helen Keller made a real difference, most likely because of the challenges she faced becoming deaf and blind when she was only 19 months old. I'm sure we can all think of many famous people, as well as non-famous people, that we know who do something that really helps the world in some way.
Whether it's cleaning up the planet, planting trees that will outlast your lifetime, trying to play your part in bringing about world peace, earning lots of money so you can give it away to where it's needed, or any other way that will benefit others somehow, please do get started now. The world needs you. Every individual needs to play their role. You may feel like an "underdog" but I assure you are not. You have a powerful impact on the entire world, and for future generations to come!
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