I lived in Boston for four years during college. I know the streets, neighborhoods so well. It’s a beautiful city with thousands of bright and hard working good people. I remember the marathon celebrations, the city pride and the thousands that came to be a part of something great.
Like many of you, I sent messages and checked Facebook to make sure friends were okay and stayed glued to the news on Monday. After the initial shock and worry I thought I would move on with life by Tuesday and I tried. I was able to push through a blog post, work on a few crafts, but my focus was horrible. In the world of lifestyle blogging where everything revolves around leisure and pretty things, it’s hard for me to not feel guilty. I think about everyone’s life that’s changed or is lost forever. I haven’t had the desire to socialize on Twitter or surf Bloglovin. Just didn’t feel important. How can I care about the latest home decor collection or diy trend?
But I know shouldn’t feel guilty for the good in my life. It doesn’t make us selfish to be happy when the world is not. It’s not to say ignore suffering and turn your back, but you have to stay grateful for what you do have and hopefully your happiness can help others.
What happened Monday is horrible and sadly events like this take away what little innocence is left in this world. We can pray and offer support. Show that we are stronger than the idiots who tried to destroy us. Just remember it’s not selfish to keep moving forward. Be happy and be strong.
“Just remember it’s not selfish to keep moving forward” – great advice. Lovely written post.
Once I learned that my daughter and son-in-law were fine I was so saddened by what was happening at such a wonderful event. Living in the Boston area I am so proud of how supportive and loving everyone has been. We share the pain and grief yet move forward because of allt he love we feel.
I’ve been thinking a lot about this too. I keep seeing tweets like “How dare you talk about anything that is not the tragedy going on?” and they really bum me out. I find myself needing a break from the news and am grateful for the distractions people are offering.
Glad to hear your family is safe. This week has been such a world wind but it is important to stay positive :)
I know! We all need distractions sometime. We can stay informed and show that we care without dwelling.
Thank you Bebe!
Glad to hear your family is safe. Last week was such a world wind but it is important to stay positive :)
I know! We all need distractions sometime. We can stay informed and show that we care without dwelling.