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In reply to the discussion: The San Bernardino mass shooting horror just came home to me this morning. [View all]gwheezie
(3,580 posts)52. My heart goes out to Mark and all of you
My daughter was on her way to work in lower Manhattan when I saw the WTC attack on the news. I couldn't reach her for hours. When we did briefly talk she didn't go into detail as she was trying to get home, and I just was relieved to know she was OK. It took a few days for her to tell me what it was like for her.
Mark might have more to say as time goes on. I know you will be there to listen.
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The San Bernardino mass shooting horror just came home to me this morning. [View all]
BlueCaliDem
Dec 2015
OP
That is why from the barrage of media coverage, many don't appreciate the personal loss and
still_one
Dec 2015
#2
I can relate to the cold chills that come over a momma when she learns of a child's too close call..
dixiegrrrrl
Dec 2015
#6
It is a terrible, upsetting thing when someone you love is close to such horrific events.
bklyncowgirl
Dec 2015
#11
Thoughts and prayers to you and your son, not physically harmed yet still more victims.....
joanbarnes
Dec 2015
#33
I am so sorry you have to know that your baby was in such danger. I'm glad he's here today
Squinch
Dec 2015
#34
I'm happy to heart that your son is well and safe, but what a senseless act.
JDPriestly
Dec 2015
#43
hugs for you and your family, and all impacted by this horrendous crime. have some small idea
niyad
Dec 2015
#46
Thank you for sharing how close this came to you and your family. May you find some
FailureToCommunicate
Dec 2015
#47
So sorry to hear of your ordeal. We had a mass shooter and had to shelter in our house
Liberty Belle
Dec 2015
#49
That would make my knees buckle. Hold him close. Give lots of kisses. I'm happy he's safe.
Laser102
Dec 2015
#62
I'm glad he is safe. I lost a co-worker and former classmate in that rampage, so I totally feel how
Tiggeroshii
Dec 2015
#67