6 months ago today (Marathon Monday) I found myself in a position I never thought id be in. I take away many lessons from that day to make daily decisions (like knowing exactly where I parked, where the regular exits are, where emergency exits are, knowing where your family members are as often as possible, keeping my phone charged, being aware of my surroundings and such). I was so greatful on April 15th to make it home with my children physically unharmed. The bombings changed many lives, too many lives. I hate the fact that we are all so jumpy around loud noises and that we automatically assume the worst, I hate even more that I got home thay night thinking it was all over and then found out my cousin was involved and that he and his wife were severely injured (but Thank God still alive) That day changed my life. Made me a better and stronger person (even though I have yet to go back into the city...yes I am very hesitant. I will soon) it connected me to my cousin Patrick, and other family members I havent seen in years and some of the younger ones I had never met. I entered the world of non profit work. I have made some amazing fundraising strides not just for Patrick and Jessica but for all the Marathon victims. I have become friends with the owners of flowrolljiujitsu and aided them in their fundraising efforts for Boston strong. I am proud of the work I have done and the connections I have gained through all of this. But my heart bleeds daily for the people who were greatly effected such as Patrick and Jess,Paul Norden, Jp Norden and all the rest. Life has changed.... I will always continue to believe whole heartedly in BOSTON STRONG as I witnessed some of the most caring acts that day including a train full of strangers not only giving up their seats for me and my girls and my friend and her kids but as I watched the majority of them hold hands and pray. Pray was a comfort on that ride home (along with cell service) especially since we were petrified that the next bomb would be in the T. I guess what I am saying is I felt blessed to get home that day and count my blessings each day. Life is too short. Hug your kids as often as possible and if you love someone TELL THEM. ♥♥♥ BOSTON STRONG♥♥ 2013
Posted on: Tue, 15 Oct 2013 05:12:23 +0000
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