The beauty of the world has two edges, one of laughter, one of anguish, cutting the heart asunder.---Virginia Woolf
In the last 24 days, we as a community have experienced (to my knowledge) 4 shootings, 1 stabbing, 3 sailors loss of life...and I know there is much more going on around us in our town.
So what is going on? It seems that everything is happening at one time. Are we due for loss? Anguish? Our way of life is threatened and most of us are fearful for the first time since living here.
I have lived here most of my life and let me tell you this town is pretty quiet. A good community that sticks together and watches out for each other.
Our month of tragedy is just a passing phase in our time. "Anguish is undoubtedly more familiar to us than the beauty of laughter." With anguish comes fear. DON'T let the anguish win by taking your security. Yes, take precautions when alone, be aware of your surroundings and be smart. But don't let it make you fearful.
It's time for us to look each other in the eyes and say hello, smile, spread the love that is in us all. That could make all the difference in our small community! Bring Charity back and love each other!
I have taken all this crime and these unnecessary deaths to heart and personal. This is my home town, this is my safe zone. I cry for the losses; for those that lost their lives and those that lost their loved one. I cry for my home; its threatened state and vulnerable doors. I also take comfort in my knowledge and my faith. I know that what will be will be.
Fear can only inhibit your life....embrace life and do not fear it. No matter what anguish is going on around you. Be safe & LIVE!
Posted By Venus Goddess Valerie
That is beautiful Val! Love it!
ReplyDeleteHolly