Day 325 – Recent Events

As I heard and watched the news today and saw the mayhem and madness unfolding in San Bernadino, California- I just felt overwhelmed. Another mass shooting. I feel overwhelmed with emotion and grief for those who have lost their lives as well as the families now left behind. It seems as though every week there is another mass shooting or major incident here or somewhere around the world. I cannot wrap my mind around it and although it may not have affected me or my family directly, I have a deep sense of sadness when I hear of yet another awful situation. I’m ok to allow myself a bit of sadness over these horrific scenes- it lets me know I’m not numb to the chaos of the world.

So today as Vinny and I were talking about it all after dinner I asked Vinny if for my intention we could just pray together for all of those affected. With everything off (no TV, music, etc), holding hands we prayed for those lost souls and families in San Bernadino, Paris and all around the world. We prayed for the innocence caught up in war ravaged areas- going through atrocities you and I could never fathom. We prayed for those that are homeless, hungry and sick. We prayed for our family and friends to stay safe and united in these most dangerous times. And of course we prayed for Heathers husband and children- this time of year can’t be easy for them.

I ask of you only this, dear readers, to join with me now in prayer for those victims of these awful slayings. No matter your religious preference or background- we are all human beings and in this life together. #peacetoall #HGAL