Damn

[brighty18]

In that strange, New Mexican, disconnected from technology way, I learned about the tragedy in Connecticut long after it happened. Much as when I learned about the threat of Hurricane Sandy, this news felt as if it came out of nowhere. Andrew and I had been house hunting and had basically only spoken to a handful of people all morning - none of

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[aries11]

I know. Last night I cried most of the night because I gained 0.2 pounds and still have three to lose to hit my goal weight. You have no idea how foolish I feel for that now. My heart aches for all those people involved.

*hugs* Because you sounded as though you need them.

[brighty18]

Right back at you!

[cackling_madly]

Didn't hear about it until later in the afternoon, as well. It boggles my mind that the guns used to commit such a horrible crime are a constitutional right...

[ekaterin24]

I'm with you on the shooter's name--I don't even know it and don't want to, just his age and a bit about his psychological state. I think the latter should be the focus--or rather, increasing access to and acceptance of mental illness treatment.

[brighty18]

I do now get why the shooters name was a big deal - at first they named the wrong person.

[bererjs]

I found about this early morning and all I could think about is my kids and how those parents must have felt as they heard of the shooting. May they rest in peace.