National Blogging Day of Remembrance

December 17, 2012 7 Comments

I am one of the many craft, cooking, lifestyle and DIY bloggers who had posts to share with you today, but the events of Friday's shooting in Connecticut have left us heartbroken. Like you, we cried as news reports poured in and wondered out loud about how something so cruel could hurt the most innocent and tender. We not only grieved for the lives lost and wounded, but for that part of the magic and wonder of this holiday season that was taken from us all. We know that no words, no gifts, no acts of service will ever take away the pain, but we, as bloggers and parents collectively, want those affected by this to know how close to our hearts they are: We love you. We pray for you. We're so heartbroken for your loss. To honor the memory of lives cut short, we choose to step away from our blogs and computers today to celebrate the gift of life and those we love most: our children, families, good friends and community. We're holding our kids a little closer, reaching out to neighbors and giving thanks for the moments we have together. Thank you for stopping by today. We hope you'll join us in remembering, praying, and gathering close. We wish you and your families a safe and blessed holiday.

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  1. cyndy says:
    December 17, 2012 at 1:50 pm

    Thank you Barbara, eloquently said. We are all devasted. The loss of innocent lives will be missed. Just know that you are all in our hearts & prayers

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  2. Claire @ Claire K Creations says:
    December 17, 2012 at 2:42 pm

    Such a terrible terrible tragedy.

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  3. My Inner Chick says:
    December 17, 2012 at 2:49 pm

    –AMEN.

    that’s all I can say…

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  4. Winnie says:
    December 17, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    Such a lovely post and sentiment. Have been praying since Friday for all those affected and suffering and for our nation to come together and put an end to this cycle of violence.

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  5. Elaine says:
    December 18, 2012 at 5:46 am

    Just wanted you to know how heartbroken your friends here in Canada feel as well. What an awful tragedy. We grieve with you.

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  6. Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella says:
    December 18, 2012 at 6:15 am

    Beautifully said mum. We watched the news horrified and are grieving alongside everyone else xxx

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  7. carrian says:
    December 19, 2012 at 9:37 pm

    Thank you. That’s all I can say right now. :)

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