Boston marathon Quote by Chris Hadfield

“On the day of the Boston Marathon bombings, for example, I actually knew more about what had happened than the CAPCOM I’d called.” quote by Chris Hadfield — Download Open image

““On the day of the Boston Marathon bombings, for example, I actually knew more about what had happened than the CAPCOM I’d called.””

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For three years, I lived in a miniscule apartment on Beacon Street, less than a mile from the Boston Marathon explosions.

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Watching the spontaneous acts of kindness, compassion, and generosity, courage, and bravery in the aftermath of the Boston marathon bombings was so deeply moving. It is in our nature to want to help, to serve, to be part of something larger than ourselves. We have a desire to connect with others. We want to make a difference in the world.…

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