Mattie Stepanek

1.   Who was Mattie Stepanek ?

Matthew Joseph Thaddeus Stepanek , known as Mattie Stepanek, was an American poet, who had six books of poetry and one book of essays all reach The New York Times bestsellers list.

2. Why do you think he was famous ?

He  was famous because he was an American poet, who had six books of poetry and one book of essays all reach The New York Times bestsellers list. He became a peace advocate and motivational speaker, and lobbied on Capitol Hill on behalf of peace, people with disabilities, and children with life-threatening conditions.

3. What is Phosthurmously ?

The meaning of Phosthurmously it is after death…

“We have known kings and queens, and we've known presidents and prime ministers, but the most extraordinary person whom I have ever known in my life is Mattie Stepanek. His life philosophy was 'Remember to play after every storm!' and his motto was: 'Think Gently, Speak Gently, Live Gently'. He wanted to be remembered as "a poet, a peacemaker, and a philosopher who played”.

4. What does Jimmy Carter mean when he said this line refer  to?

 Jimmy Carter told that he had discovered a great deal in his life and Jimmy Carter want to deliver what is desired by Mattie Stepanek as useful as a dedicated community.