Cherrie
New Zealand
I take inspiration from every facet of existence, from sad or shameful moments to challenging or proud moments. In a similar way, I have no one idol, but I look up to many around me. It does not matter what their age, gender or race are - what matters to me are their values, thoughts and actions through which these are upheld. I enjoy hearing from those who have tried and succeeded and those who have "failed." Every process, every existence matters - for what, that's for us to decide. ( leer más)
Frederick Bernas
United Kingdom
My inspiration comes from people who have achieved great things against the odds. Some people perform best when nothing is expected, but these circumstances can develop equally from when too much is expected and pressure is very high.
Feats that are performed involving talent, enthusiasm, passion, determination, dedication and diligence are also motivating.
Stories of how people have managed to achieve changes for the better in a previously negative situation drive me to continue... ( leer más)
Saindique
Canada
Je suis inspiré par la dignite que transpire les hommes dans la misere. Ils sont fiers les citoyens qui n'ont ni nourriture, ni couverture, ni voiture, ils sont fiers d'être des hommes. Je suis aussi inspiré par l'indecence des hommes qui possèdent le pouvoir de corriger certaines choses mais qui ne le font pas parce qu'ils oublient ou ignorent ce que cela veut dire avoir faim ou avoir soif. ( leer más)
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Built between 1482 and 1533, this group of buildings was originally used for trading in silk (hence its name, the Silk Exchange) and it has always been a centre for commerce. It is a masterpiece of late Gothic architecture. The grandiose Sala de Contratación (Contract or Trading Hall), in particular, illustrates the power and wealth of a major Mediterranean mercantile city in the 15th and 16th centuries.
