A Country in Mourning

  Just as we are starting to come alive again after the bus tragedy involving the Humboldt Bronchos, Canada is once again shocked by another senseless tragedy. This time a rental truck jumped the curb on one of Toronto's busiest streets killing ten people and injuring at least fifteen more. We are shocked, saddened and grieving all over again.

  It's too early to know why this tragedy happened. We may never know. Or there may actually be no reason at all. But thanks to the Toronto police officer who single-handedly, and without incident, apprehended the suspect we have a chance of finding that out. His professionalism and calmness are a beacon of hope to those who distrust and criticize the police.

  For those ten people who died our hearts grieve along with your families. They are in our thoughts and as more information about the victims is released we make them part of our own family. Doing whatever we can to honor them in our own small ways. But know they will not be forgotten.

  A few weeks ago John and I rented a moving truck and were shocked and angered by the questions and redundancies of the staff. We were asked to provide a reference which seemed absurd considering they had our credit card and we had purchased the insurance. They told us it was common practice for every rental agency and without the reference, we would not get the keys. In hindsight, I guess it makes sense now.

  We cannot protect ourselves from all the dangers in this world. There is no way to know what someone else is planning or wanting to do. We must live each day to the fullest, enjoying every moment if possible. Forgive easily. Love unashamedly. Enjoy the time we are given.

  Ang