A Real Wake-Up Call...


 



Reflect, Pray, and Resolve

 

On Friday morning (12/14) I sat down to write this week's Monday Morning Wake Up Call. But as the horrific events taking place in Newton, CT began to unfold, I could go no further. I put my pen down because nothing else at that time and to this day (and for the many days that will come) matters. What does matter is the children and adults who died and their families who have no choice but to try and cope with their loss and a lifetime of grief.


Senseless acts of horrific violence in movie theaters, malls, and now elementary schools, should serve as the "wake-up call" - we all need to recognize that each of us have a part in trying to stop future acts of violence. 

 

What can you do? Here is what I will do - maybe it will help you carve out your own direction.


Reflect - it's time that we all take a moment to consider the impact of what took place in Newtown, CT and the lifetime effect it will have on the families who lost a child or loved one. It's important that we all have a deep sense of this sorrow and what must be going on in that community.


Pray - With a deep understanding of the impact of this senseless act of violence, we need to pray from the bottom of our hearts for those who lost their lives in Newtown, their families, and the children who were spared. These children will carry forever the scars and nightmares of that day and our prayers for them may help lighten that burden. Keep your prays simple yet sincere. It will not take a lot of time, just your commitment. Pray also that you and your family never fall victim to what took place in Newtown, CT.


Resolve - Senseless acts of violence, can occur anywhere and anytime with little or no warning. This uncertainty will always be there. Knowing this can literally paralyze you in a constant state of fear. Think about it: if a child cannot be safe in an elementary school, how can we protect them? Resolve to continue to live your life on your terms. Resolve to speak out in your community to raise awareness about this type of violence and to collectively search for solutions. Resolve to take a active role in this preventative effort. Finally, resolve to be an example for others to follow. As you take up this resolve, do so as a way to honor those who died. In this way their memories will live on through your actions.


It goes without saying, that extra hugs and kisses for your children (and grandchildren) should be a part of your daily routine starting now and for as long as you walk this earth (not just for the next several days). There isn't a child that old or that big who doesn't need a hug from their parent. Ignore their complaints that it may not look "cool". Explain that every day that you can look at them (and hug them) is a "cool" gift not to be wasted. 


Finally, get into the habit of stopping what you do several times each day to be thankful for all you have. We just had a "wake-up call" that proved once again just how fragile and short life can be.


 

 

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