I normally do not write about things like this, because honestly, what I write really will not change anything. However, I feel if more people write about a certain topic maybe more attention will be placed on the subject.
The shooting that happened this Friday is very dear to my heart since I work with children everyday. I have always wanted to work with children and hope I can do that until the day that I die. Whenever that may be.
I am having a hard time grasping the reality of what happened. This may be grim but you almost expect shootings at colleges, high schools, or maybe even middle schools. Now please note, I am not condoning what happened, but it is more likely due to teenage hormones, bullying, grades, etc. What I cannot understand is why someone would ever shoot a child that is completely helpless, and is still very dependent on their parents/guardians. Some questions that have crossed my mind. What kind of person would do this? What could they possibly have against a small child? This brings me to my next thought.
This is an act of internal conflict. Not a gun issue. In my opinion. While I am not a huge fan of guns, there are a lot of people who use them safely. Restricting guns will only make things worse, in my opinion. I almost feel like society will in a sense "rebel," which could have alternate consequences. I know people may disagree with me, and that is fine. We are free to our own thoughts and beliefs. I am not trying to get into a debate.
Now internal conflict. What is it, you may ask? Internal conflict is the process where a person may be confused internally or have unresolved issues. This is common among people, but the difference occurs if the person can resolve and cope with the conflict. Most people can, but sometimes the conflict is too painful to resolve. I believe this is a precursor to someone who may act out. This does not mean they are necessarily a "gun" lover, but someone who feels lost or angry may feel like this is the only way. Obviously there are many other circumstances, and I may be totally wrong. I just felt like I needed to write this down.
I also feel like individuals with some types of mental disorders may fit this profile. This is not saying I am a harsh person. I am actually very sensitive towards individuals with special needs. I have a huge heart for them. I am just saying that there are some disorders that are very aggressive and can cause outbursts.
I do not want to offend anyone, but I just wanted to put my two cents in; something I do not do very often. What happened Friday in CT, and at the hospital in AL, and various other places this weekend was terrible. I am truly truly saddened by this and pray for comfort and healing for the families affected. I am glad that people are being supportive through media like Cable, Twitter, and Facebook. It is sad that is takes such a tragic accident to bring our nation together, but this always happens. Maybe if we were supportive all the time, acts like this would not happen.
Going back to social media. There is a couple posts going around of pictures of all the children. I love that people are coming together to support, but this is the one thing I cannot re-post or share. I cannot look at those pictures of those innocent children. Call me a terrible person, but it makes me sick to my stomach. So just because I do not "share" or "re-post" a message does not mean I am not supportive. I pray for those families every chance I get.
I know today will be a hard day for parents taking their children to school. Some will be fearful, but I know that today will be the safest day for your child to go to school as security will be high today. For those struggling here is something that I always rely on when in need. I am not normally one that will throw it in your face, but this scripture is powerful and comforting.
"Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you." Deuteronomy 31:6
