Abbas Syed holding an Olympic Torch
On Saturday, December 19, 2009, as the Olympic torch passed through Brampton, Ontario, Abbas Syed was given the honor of representing his city and country by carrying the torch down Bovaird Street. Abbas held the torch with pride as he walked down the frigid street as family and friends joined in his celebration, cheering on a teenager who is an inspiration to us all.
Although Abbas was born with Down Syndrome, he lives a life that average teenagers are envious of. In addition to going to highschool, completing his daily chores, and keeping up with a busy social life, Abbas is a volunteer at his local Masjid, is on a Special Olympics swim team, and is part of several other community groups and activities. Additionally, Abbas acted in a principal role for the TV Serial “Twice in a Life Time” and was a model for the Ministry of Social Services.
Through his positivity and independence, Abbas inspires and motivates us to reflect and explore our lives so that we may have a similar impact. His friendly nature and warm heart permeates a cold room, creating bonds with strangers in places as diverse as the mall to community centres.
Abbas’ positive outlook on life has allowed him to break through social barriers and integrate in society and its social norms. He is well-known in his community and continues to contribute towards improving society one individual at a time through his charisma, outgoing and generous nature, and laughter.
Smile. would like to congratulate Abbas for representing his city and country by holding the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Torch!
Fatema says:
January 6th, 2010 at 12:29 pm
Abbass we are so proud!!
Zaibun Dada says:
January 6th, 2010 at 1:22 pm
Congratulation Abbas
Rashid Syed says:
January 7th, 2010 at 10:17 am
We are PROUD of you ABBAS.
Mahmood Ahmed says:
January 7th, 2010 at 11:33 am
Indeed, Abbas and his family are inspirational to humanity at large. Keep it up!
Lisa Zaffino says:
January 7th, 2010 at 1:08 pm
Congratulations Abbas - we are very proud of your accomplishment and more so of the
person you are. Thank you for being an inspiration of success and goodness for us and society!
Zahra says:
January 7th, 2010 at 4:22 pm
WELL DONE ABBAS!
we’re all proud of u =D
Shabir Dungersi says:
January 7th, 2010 at 6:37 pm
Well done ABBAS you have made us all proud .
maqbool says:
January 7th, 2010 at 11:30 pm
MashAllah!
we are so proud of having Abbas in our community
Riaz Karmali says:
January 8th, 2010 at 3:21 am
Abbas
Shukr Al hamdolilah to Allah SWT for showering his blessing on you and making you a proud ambassador of the Winter Olympics. May Allah always bless you so that you can continue to act as a role model for all the people.
Shelina says:
January 8th, 2010 at 11:53 am
What an amazing experience for the entire family. I am so proud and honoured to know you, and you have made such an impact on our community. Congratulations again.
Tasleem Karmali says:
January 9th, 2010 at 5:15 am
Congratulation Abbas! We are very proud that you have done your city and state honor! We would also like to extend our congratulations to the proud parents who have trained Abbas to meet the challenges in this complicated world! Keep it up and we would like to hear about your progress more often! Cheers!
Shaikh Vaseem says:
January 9th, 2010 at 11:51 am
Hey Abbas Congratulations.You are an inspiration to many individuals.You have not only made our community proud,but also all the Indians.Get going Bro.God bless you.
Michael Smith says:
January 9th, 2010 at 6:58 pm
Congratulations Abbas. I am proud that you have done for your city.
Ramesh N Dudeja says:
January 12th, 2010 at 11:02 pm
Dear Abbas,
this is a great achievement for you and your family, we all are proud of you god bless you and give you more strength you are an inspiration for others.
keep going
Dudeja’s
Khalil Jaffer says:
January 12th, 2010 at 11:23 pm
Dear Abbas
You’re living proof that with faith, courage and the right attitude in life, nothing is impossible to achieve. You make us proud and we have so much to learn from you! God bless you and keep you safe… always. Amen.
Deepa Dudeja says:
January 13th, 2010 at 1:02 am
Congratulations Abbas! you are an inspiration to many…keep it up!
Masoomah Salim says:
January 30th, 2010 at 2:44 pm
MashAllah - you are a true inspiration and motivator to the youths of today. Hope all youths will learn something out of this and learn how to appreciate and value life.
Disabled is one who has eyes but still looks at vices, one who has ears but listens to haram.
May Almighty bless you and your family and make you amongst the helpers of Imam AJFWT.
Sheda Ali says:
February 10th, 2010 at 2:06 am
Dear Abbas
Congratulations to you and your family! You are a role model and an inspiration to others. Know that you have an effect not only on those in your country but to the world at large! We are in Africa but reading about you , proud of your achievement and praying for your continued success !
God bless you and your family and may you continue succeeding in all that you do!
Lakha Family (dsm) says:
February 10th, 2010 at 9:09 am
Congratulations to you abbas.Our love and prayers are with you always.May you always succeed in life in whatever you take up.Best wishes to your mum and dad too.Love from Bhaijaan.
Amir Lakha & fly.
Tahera Rashid says:
February 10th, 2010 at 12:24 pm
Dear Abbas,
Congratulations to Abbas and to the family. This is absolutely inspiring! What you have so far achieved , many may never achieve in multiple lifetimes! And Allah (s.w.t) encourages us by saying if we take one step, He takes the other nine to help us achieve. Keep on going and inspiring….. The UP way……..
sajjad kanji says:
February 10th, 2010 at 3:17 pm
we are really proud of you my brother abbas keep smiling we love you.
NaheedNasir Ali says:
February 10th, 2010 at 4:48 pm
My dear Abbas, you have proved the inspiration and the courage reflecting from your name: ABBAS. May Almighty Allah bless you for the sake of Abbas-ibn-Ali.
Maryam Sheriff says:
February 14th, 2010 at 3:43 am
Abbas Syed, you are doing what many others have only dreamt of doing. HE is truly Merciful in manifesting HIS powers and grace through you. May HE keep and grace you always. Hats off to you!