Chapter 1: A Disturbing Encounter

During my recent outings, I often come across things that provoke a strong reaction in me. One incident that particularly caught my attention was spotting a license plate that compelled me to take a closer look. I needed to confirm whether I had indeed seen what I thought I saw.

I prefer not to involve others in my observations, so I resisted the temptation to take a photo of the plate, respecting the privacy of the individual. The plate appeared to be personalized, featuring a child-related theme with the phrase "Choose Life." While the sentiment behind that motto is commendable, the actual combination of letters on the plate read "ANTI-VAX," which struck me as deeply concerning.

It may be an understatement to say that I’m perplexed. After everything the world has faced in the past couple of years, it’s disheartening to see individuals still clinging to politically charged beliefs that defy scientific understanding. While there may be other unusual license plates out there, this particular one felt especially tragic.

Each day, we hear reports of outbreaks of preventable diseases, largely due to individuals who have succumbed to the fallacy that vaccines and preventive health measures are harmful or part of a nefarious scheme. Ignorance is a far more lethal threat than disease itself, as neglecting vaccinations leaves children exposed to illnesses that can easily spread and evolve.

What struck me most about the car displaying that license plate was its lack of bumper stickers—none at all. I found it surprising that the vehicle did not showcase any stickers promoting a specific political ideology, which we can all speculate about.

It's difficult for me to reconcile the idea of "choosing life" while simultaneously condemning some children to illness and potentially death—conditions that are preventable. I'm hesitant to delve too deeply into that contradictory mindset.

What I do know is that the owners of that vehicle likely received all the necessary vaccinations during their childhood—those very same vaccines they now wish to deny their own children. What has happened to our society that allows such a disconnection? Scientific evidence and factual information should always take precedence over misguided opinions. Ignorance should never be considered a legitimate perspective.

Chapter 2: The Dangers of Misinformation

In this video, "New Acclamation for Mass: Save Us Savior of the World," we explore the relationship between personal beliefs and community health.

The second video, "Save Us, O Lord," addresses the urgent need for awareness and understanding in the face of public health challenges.