"When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, 'Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.' To this day, especially in times of 'disaster,' I remember my mother's words and I am always comforted by realizing that there are still so many helpers – so many caring people in this world." Words by And this wonderful advice from Mr. Rogers (shared by Angel Marie & Brene Brown)
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There are no words for this kind of tragedy. My prayers go out to the Sandy Hook Elementary school community.
Below are a couple of resources that address how to talk to children about violence and death:
Dr. Brene Brown has listed several resources
and HERE is an article written by Martha Atkins
my heart is with those helpers today. they must have displayed amazing strength to deal with this situation. i can only sit and generate positive thoughts in response to something i can make no sense of....
ReplyDeletethank you for sharing and shining your light on this unthinkable tragedy.
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