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My Prayers For Newton, CT & Thoughts



I had originally written a different post to put up last night, but I couldn't do so with such heart ache I feel for what had happened at Sandy Hook Elementary school. Therefore, I choose to write my thoughts, prayers and condolences.
I don't think any of us will forget the day one of our country's city's endured one of our nations most horrific tragedies. Especially those of us who are parents with children who attend school. Once I heard the news break in across our TV and learned what had happened, I can't even begin to explain how badly my heart ached for those involved. I instantly started praying. Not only am I still praying for those involved who are suffering such grief and trauma, but also for schools and our country to become closer to God. I instantly couldn't wait for school to get out so I could pick my daughter up and embrace her tightly. When I arrived at her school I knew I wasn't the only parent feeling anxious to hold their child after hearing watching the news. The parking lot and pick up lines were longer than normal at an earlier time. As I hear the stories I can't help but think of my own children. My oldest is 6 years old, who is so excited about school; she looks forward to going everyday. For someone to take that away from sweet innocent children just makes me sick to my stomach. I have not told my daughters. I'm still torn in that certain area. I feel shes too young to take it all in. I also don't want her to be afraid to go to school. So for now, I'm not saying a word about it to her. Maybe eventually, but not for now. I know now when I give her that hug and kiss, “Have a good day. See you later. I love you.” I, as a parent, will have that fear in the back of my mind. We can all argue over politics and gun control. Yes I feel some can be changed, but I feel the biggest change of all that needs to be made is letting God back into our children's schools! I don't understand how someone can do such a evil thing. I'm sure we will never know. I send my prayers and send my condolences to Sandy Hook Elementary in Newtown, CT.