Yesterday was kind of a dreary Sunday, so we finally took advantage of the kids' free movie passes (from last summer's reading program) and saw The Lorax. I'm not sure I've ever been in a movie theater that was so full -- we actually had to split up two and two! We all enjoyed it very much - even Chelan. It turned out to be a musical of sorts, and this morning, we've been listening to our favorite song A LOT - "Let it Grow!" I actually got teary-eyed because of its hopeful message. Anyway, it's a good movie - you should go see it!
I have struggled with writing about the shooting in Hesston - in fact, I wasn't going to post anything about it. However, for the sake of memories, I decided I should at least touch on it. It does deserve a place. It just hit so close to home - particularly since Doug was directly involved. Honestly, I sometimes feel guilty for struggling with this tragedy. I wasn't there, I didn't lose anyone close to me, and, although I know a few people who work there, I didn't know any of the victims. And I get to move on with my life with little disruption. I feel like I am on the outside looking in. But I guess that's okay. I didn't have to be directly involved for this to touch me. My heart is sad for the families of those who died, for those who were injured, for those who witnessed it, for my brother-in-law who will probably replay images over and over, for my sister and my niece and nephew who might sometimes wonder "what if?", for th...
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