I figured I should write this entry after the events of Monday. I'm really not sure how much this blog shows but I am from Norwood Massachusetts and go to UMass Boston. I will trust you with the secret that I spent Monday in bed trying not to throw up, with tears streaming onto my laptop. I love Boston and it's people. Boston is historic and beautiful. It's been here a very long time. And: It's. Not. Going. Anywhere.
I wasn't scared for myself on Monday, my tears were for the hundreds of people that were there when the explosions happened. But sadly, and luckily, the events of September 11th have primed our response time. I freaked out when I saw the news at the fire (as of yet linked) at the JFK Library . For those of you who don't know, UMass Boston is right next to the JFK on the same peninsula. I know some lovely and amazing people there and my heart burst for them.
But if I know anything about Boston and Massachusetts in general, I know that we are strong. I always personified us as a group of bears. We're friendly and cuddly like Winnie the Pooh, until you make us mad.
My love goes out to all those affected by this horrible event and I hope you are able to find some comfort in the love that Massachusetts and the rest of the world has for you. Stay strong.
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