Taking a time out to reflect
Tragedies come in all shapes and sizes. Evil knows no bounds. This will most likely be disjointed, as I'm just going to type what comes to mind.
12-14-12 is a date that many will remember for a very long time. Kids, I'm writing about this in your blog in hopes that someday you will understand how fragile and evil this world can be. But, also, I want you to learn to never take anything, especially your life, for granted.
A madman broke into a school and killed 26 people. Kids. Lots and lots of kids, just around the age you are now, Jack. I'm sure there was a motive in this person's mind, but to try and make sense of it all...you can't. You just can't.
I can't possibly begin to imagine what those parents are going through. Instead of planning Christmas, they are planning funerals. I can't imagine anything more heartbreaking than hearing that your child was killed in such a senseless tragedy.
So, now, as a parent, I have to figure out how to explain this. How do I explain something that I can't understand myself? How do you possibly explain, in terms both delicate and easy to understand, to a 5 year old that someone was mentally ill (I hate the word 'crazy') enough to shoot up a school?
I could go on about guns, and about how I think they are too easily accessible, but this isn't the place. I've said my piece about that, and there is no right or wrong answer to it. It's a hot button topic that no one has the right response to. People sure are passionate about it, though. I wish people were that passionate about wanting to protect our children from senseless crimes.
Part of me writing this, though, is to encourage you, my babes, to ALWAYS talk to me. Always tell me what's going on in your head. If times are rough with you, I'd love to help you work it out. If you're struggling in any way, please let me or Daddy help you figure it out. Don't ever feel that you can't come to us, even if you feel we will be upset. Chances are we've been through the same thing, if not, something similar. We are here for you. For all of you. And please always realize that, and never forget it.
There have been lots of extra hugs and kisses and "I love yous" around here; I can't say I hate it. I realize how lucky I am to have you to hug and kiss. 20 sets of parents aren't as fortunate and that is something I do not take lightly at all.
I started this a couple of days ago, and have tried to figure out if I want to continue or just end with what I have here. I decided that I will end it with telling you kids that I love you, always and forever. I will do my best always to protect you and fight for you and try and do right by you. I believe it's a parents responsibility to do so.
To the parents who are burying their children; I'm sorry. I'm truly, deeply sorry from the bottom of my heart and soul and I wish you can somehow find peace and try and move on. You are not alone, oh no you aren't. You have a nation of supporters behind you, praying for you, sending you love and positive vibes. I hope you feel it.
12-14-12 is a date that many will remember for a very long time. Kids, I'm writing about this in your blog in hopes that someday you will understand how fragile and evil this world can be. But, also, I want you to learn to never take anything, especially your life, for granted.
A madman broke into a school and killed 26 people. Kids. Lots and lots of kids, just around the age you are now, Jack. I'm sure there was a motive in this person's mind, but to try and make sense of it all...you can't. You just can't.
I can't possibly begin to imagine what those parents are going through. Instead of planning Christmas, they are planning funerals. I can't imagine anything more heartbreaking than hearing that your child was killed in such a senseless tragedy.
So, now, as a parent, I have to figure out how to explain this. How do I explain something that I can't understand myself? How do you possibly explain, in terms both delicate and easy to understand, to a 5 year old that someone was mentally ill (I hate the word 'crazy') enough to shoot up a school?
I could go on about guns, and about how I think they are too easily accessible, but this isn't the place. I've said my piece about that, and there is no right or wrong answer to it. It's a hot button topic that no one has the right response to. People sure are passionate about it, though. I wish people were that passionate about wanting to protect our children from senseless crimes.
Part of me writing this, though, is to encourage you, my babes, to ALWAYS talk to me. Always tell me what's going on in your head. If times are rough with you, I'd love to help you work it out. If you're struggling in any way, please let me or Daddy help you figure it out. Don't ever feel that you can't come to us, even if you feel we will be upset. Chances are we've been through the same thing, if not, something similar. We are here for you. For all of you. And please always realize that, and never forget it.
There have been lots of extra hugs and kisses and "I love yous" around here; I can't say I hate it. I realize how lucky I am to have you to hug and kiss. 20 sets of parents aren't as fortunate and that is something I do not take lightly at all.
I started this a couple of days ago, and have tried to figure out if I want to continue or just end with what I have here. I decided that I will end it with telling you kids that I love you, always and forever. I will do my best always to protect you and fight for you and try and do right by you. I believe it's a parents responsibility to do so.
To the parents who are burying their children; I'm sorry. I'm truly, deeply sorry from the bottom of my heart and soul and I wish you can somehow find peace and try and move on. You are not alone, oh no you aren't. You have a nation of supporters behind you, praying for you, sending you love and positive vibes. I hope you feel it.
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