My heart has felt heavy for quite a few weeks now...the shootings that happened in Connecticut a few weeks ago hit close to home as I am an Elementary school teacher. That whole week I watched the news constantly and just felt anxious and unable to focus on my own life. For days after the tragedy I found it hard to focus my mind on teaching. I told the students over and over again every day how much I loved them.
My heart aches for those families affected and who lost the 26 loved ones.
On Christmas Eve, I got news that my childhood friend, Lori, passed away. I have been unable to get my mind off of her memory. I have been following posts and pictures of her that people have been putting up on facebook and my memory is warmed by her smile and kind heart. She was truly a beautiful person inside and out, and I will miss her! My heart aches for her son, husband, family, and friends-all of those touched by her life.
These events have made me reflect on all of the people in my life-how beautiful they have made this world and how grateful I am for each person who has warmed me with their presence.
Rest in peace, sweet children of Connecticut.
Rest in peace, Lori.
Till we meet again!
