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death of a legend, hope and possibilities, king of soccer, land of soccer, Pelé, rei do futebol, Rei Pelé, Santos Futebol Clube, soccer legacy
A legend passed away yesterday. It was not only about how he played the game. Pelé gave hope to the black, poor, little kid in Brazil, and all over the world. He put Brazil in the world map.
I was sitting at my desk this morning when a man from another office, that I had met only a couple of times in the hall, came in.
He asked: “Are you my friend from Brazil?” (When I had met him prior I was wearing the Brazil Jersey and he had been so excited about it)
I said yes. He walked over to me and said: “I have to give you a hug. I am so sorry for your loss. For our loss!”
I was momentarily confused as I had been engrossed in solving a payroll issue. I thought that perhaps he was referring to Brazil’s loss at the World Cup.
Then he said: “He was the king!”
When he said that, I knew he was talking about Pelé. He went on to explain that he is from Jamaica and adores everything about Pelé, and consequently Brazil. He said he once waited in line 12 hours to have a book signed by him in NY City.
Such is the power of Pelé! He united people and countries, and his legacy will continue to do so.
As a side note, he is outlived by his mother. Dona Celeste turned 100 years old on November 20!
To Pelé: The soccer world, and specially Brazil, thanks you for your priceless contribution! Any place you are, may you continue to play the beautiful game!
“Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do.” – Pelé
Julio Jiménez said:
i wish you a happy new year
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you Julio!
A blessed 2023 to you!
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Julio Jiménez said:
thank you so much
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dfolstad58 said:
Happy New Year my friend. Perhaps on a day like this it is good not to just mourn Pele’s passing but also celebrate that he existed, that he inspired, and his legacy. I liked the quote – Pele was not born the person he was. He chose to be the man he was, he worked to gain a skill, he had discipline. Often we see people on the top of the mountain but we forget that tens of thousands of hours it took to get there, and not just the last sprint to the peak. Gee, I think there’s a post in there somewhere. Hugs.
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Hi David,
That was a great post, I mean, comment lol
You are right, instead of focusing on the loss, it is much better to celebrate the legacy.
Thank you for everything in 2022! Wishing you blessings and miracles in 2023!
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Lynette d'Arty-Cross said:
Happy New Year to you. 💥
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you Lynette!
Many blessings to you in the New Year!!
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thomasstigwikman said:
Pele was a truly amazing soccer player
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Hi Thomas,
Indeed he was!
Thank you and sending you blessings for 2023!
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thomasstigwikman said:
And Happy New Year
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you Thomas!! May it be the best year yet for us both!
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Jorge Medico said:
He and Puskas were the best!
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Hi Jorge,
Yes, I have heard of Puskas. It is fun to look back at some of the greats.
Blessings to you in the New Year!
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Garfield Hug said:
Indeed, RIP Pele – he will enjoy playing soccer in Heaven. He visited Singapore 5 times and each time he left fans very happy with his kindness and no airs type of attitude, despite being famous.
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A Star on the Forehead said:
He brought so much joy to so many all around the world. I am glad that he represented soccer and Brazil beautifully!
Thank you and wishing you many blessings in the New Year!
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Garfield Hug said:
Wishing you a happy and healthy new year too🎉🎊🥂
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you so much! 🙂
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shomeratnabaligmailcom said:
I stay in Kolkata and people equally sad about of loss of king of football. People are reminiscing about his play in Kolkata ground in 1977. He will be missed.
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you Ratna!
He was indeed loved by people of every country.
Wishing you many blessings in 2023!
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SelmaMartin said:
He was the king — ni doubt.
Sad news but we have to focus on how he changed the world — that’s ours to expand on.
He is a hero and never will be forgotten.
I’m sending you a virtual hug. And blessings. XoXo
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you Selma!
He was indeed one of a kind, and will be forever remember as the greatest!
Wishing you many blessings in 2023!
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Kerri Elizabeth said:
Beautifully written… what an honor to read.. I’m so sorry for the loss but what wonderful memories and lessons he left in his path.
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you so much Kerry, for this comment!
Wishing you a blessed 2023!
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Kerri Elizabeth said:
Many blessings to your new year!!!!
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you Kerry!
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KeriC9 said:
My son was a HUGE fan. Pelė was an amazing person. His legend will live on.
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A Star on the Forehead said:
It certainly will. Thank you and many blessings to you in the New Year!
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Cindy Georgakas said:
what a great loss Ana Star. I’m so sorry. An incredible player and human being.
This is soooo sad “As a side note, he is outlived by his mother. Dona Celeste turned 100 years old on November 20!” Outliving your child is always a tragedy! Happy New Year!! ❣️
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you Cindy!
I can’t imagine how a mother, of any age, feels when losing a child.
Blessings to you!
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Cindy Georgakas said:
Oh i know me either. bullet straight to the heart!~ 💗
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Lebogang Shazzygal Malatji said:
May he continue to rest in peace.
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We need to be grateful that we made it into the new year. Happy New Year to you
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A Star on the Forehead said:
You are right! We have another whole year to enjoy life, and for that we should be grateful.
Many blessings to you in 2023!
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