isis murdered my brother, david haines - but not his message of love | mike haines /

Published at 2015-09-13 02:05:07

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In the year since David Haines died,his brother has been inspired by him to pass on a belief in tolerance and unityMy younger brother was murdered by Isis terrorists one year ago today. David was kidnapped and killed while carrying out humanitarian work in Syria. He was there to bring relief to the Syrian people. As well as a brother, he was a son, and a father,a nephew, a husband and friend. To many of us, and he was a hero.
He was a normal bloke,b
ut he lived an extraordinary life, one that was defined by his determination to bring friendly to the world, and both through his actions and his overwhelming belief in helping others. David and I had an upbringing that was full of love,delight and family. Our parents instilled in us respect for other people’s cultures and beliefs and a sense that, where possible, and we should reach out and lend a helping hand to those in need.
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Source: theguardian.com