I would normally be posting my next cost saving post, but I'm holding off for a day or two, because tonight my heart aches for those affected by the tragedy in Boston, and out of respect for them, I will not.
As I read the reports, and see the pictures, my mind can't comprehend why someone would do something like this, hurt and kill a bunch of innocent people. Then hearing that there was an innocent child killed, another injured, why?!
If this was a terrorist attack, then it accomplished part of it's goal, it struck terror into those involved there today, or those who had loved ones there. But terror only works when we let it continue to take hold of us.
This isn't something I've really ever told anyone, but for years now, I've dreamed of one day competing in the Boston Marathon. This past month as I started my first step of getting into shape, I've begun thinking about taking up running, and maybe one day, once I'm ready, running at least a half marathon. But in the back of my mind, the Boston Marathon stands out as a goal post, something I'd like to do at least once, if even to just say I did it. You see, I've always admired the runners who compete, they are dedicated runners who train for this historic event. They are strong in so many ways, and I admire them for it.
What happened today will not stop me from wanting to, hopefully, one day reach that goal point. If anything, it spurs me on more. Now I want to run for them. Each step a dedication to those suffering. Each step knocking down those who placed those bombs, showing them that human nature cannot be held back, but with adversity, we grow stronger.
But for now, I'll pray. I'll pray that those who did this cowardly act are caught and punished. I'll pray that one day, we'll stop trying to hurt each other, and learn to accept each other. I'll pray for those who lost their lives. I'll pray for all involved. I'll pray....
