The attack at Virginia Tech has left me numb.  I am having a hard time grasping the fact that so many lost their lives today while at a place parents expect them to be safe.  Over thirty families are dealing with a loss tonight, a shock they will need faith to overcome.

I'm feeling protective of my kids, and I'm actually grateful that they want to stay in front of the tv tonight, because at least I can see them at all times.  I realize I'm being overprotective, but I can't seem to help myself. 

I have a young man who all too soon will be leaving home to pursue his independant life.  I have been contemplating for the last month how I can help him find his passion, so he can get a jump start on his education.  Tonight I'm sitting here wanting to wrap him in the baby blanket I brought him home in.

I mourn for the victims and the families. I mourn for America, that we once again have to deal with the fact that so many youth do not have respect for human life.  I mourn for those young lives lost, and pray that they were welcomed into heaven with loving arms.

God Bless us all.