Hello everyone,
The last ten days have been very sad. My mind has been at a stand-still. All I could think of is "Why? Why did this have to happen? This shouldn't have happened! Something has to be done in reponse to this, but what can I do? I'm just one person! I'm as confused as everyone else is about what I can do to stop this from happening again." So, I made a simple promise to myself, Larry's spirit, and his family, that I would, if nothing else, do what I can on a daily basis to make a difference in this world even if it's only a little piece at a time.
So, guys, I'd like your help in filling this thread with ideas on what we all can do on a daily basis to help ourselves and each other live safe and healthy lives. Tell me what you can, will, and are doing to avert violent crimes, bullying, and hate in your hallways. Tell me about what you can, will, and are doing to help yourself and the people around you in positive ways. In what way's has Larry's passing inspired you to be a better neighbor, friend, sister, brother, parent, schoolmate, teacher, etc? Let's talk about what you can do to pay it forward!
We need to stop these things from happening at the source, and that source is each and every one of us!
I look forward to hearing from you,
NoLa
"With every breath I take today, I vow to be awake; And every step I take, I vow to take with a grateful heart-- So I may see with eyes of love into the hearts of all I meet, To ease their burden when I can And touch them with a smile of peace."
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