So, along with the sadness and disbelief over the shooting in CT yesterday, our family is also dealing with another tragedy (one that is not my place to talk about.)
I wonder when this darkness will lift?
But, still, as ever... Life goes on. I am with my grandma and cousins today and will see friends at a gathering tonight.
What is the answer? Why do these things happen? Why is there so much grief, so much sadness?
I am guessing... It's because we are humans. This is a terrible part of being in this group.
The response to these tragedies is to love more. Chris said he is taking these events as a sign to renew his dedication to be a force of goodness, compassion and live. To be a brightness when we are surrounded by dark.
Another blogger, Jenn, said that the last words her children will hear from her every time they part will be I Love You. It's a good life strategy to let all your loved ones hear that all the time!!
Some bloggers have expressed disgust with talking about weight/health/fitness in the wake of this tragedy. I think these things are still life, still a part of it all. I will still make these things a priority... But being with those I live and showing them I love them is still number one priority.
Take care out there. Love your friends and family. Love yourself. Cherish these moments.
And don't use tragedy or sadness as an excuse to treat your body poorly.
Namaste.
I don't know that people are ignoring the tragedy by not having it in their blogs. I think for me...the more I think about it, the more I want to cry and hurt for those people and I need to take my mind off of it so that the sadness of it all doesn't overwhelm me. Just my 2 cents.
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry your family is facing yet another tragedy. ((HUGS))
Amen, sister. Ending a conversation with "I love you" to those I love has become a habit. Just because you never know.
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