The Sandy Hook Tragedy

Dear Family Members,

They say that the greatest love is the one that a parent feels for their child. I cannot imagine nor comprehend the intense amount of pain that you are all feeling due to your loss. As I know that you are going through melancholic times, I wish to offer you my condolences. You must feel such vast holes in your hearts. It’s difficult to imagine, really.

I myself, love children; I wish to have two, a boy and girl. I dream about playing with my future children in the playground, reading them good-night stories, and to watch them grow and become great individuals. Sometimes, while thinking way too far into my future, I even envision myself surrounded by grand-kids. I know you wished for the same. I know you looked forward to the beautiful experiences that were to come. It makes my heart ache that the lives of those of which you created and nurtured, are now gone.

To the sons and daughters of Dawn Lafferty Hochsprung, Mary Sherlach, and Anne Marie Murphy, your loss really hits home. My mother is the person that takes up most of the love that I have to offer. These particular deaths make me want to sprint to my mom and hug her endlessly. At times, like any normal person, I tend to forget just how lucky I am to have her alive and healthy. I will cherish every second that I spend with her even more now.

Life is just one loopy roller-coaster ride. Once you fall, you rise again, but only to plunge back down. Later on, unexpectedly, you skyrocket to the top. Let’s not forget the many twists and turns that make you feel like death is gripping you by the throat. Those are the worst, but you live, and you’ll live through this. We, the people of this world, are all supportive of you. The healing process will probably never end, but your deep wound will eventually just be a scar; a scar in society that hopefully taught us all valuable lessons. Enjoy the times you have with someone, because you never know if it may be the last time you see them.

Sincerely,

Darien Perez