Mr. Rogers & Prayers for Boston

Photo from Pittsburgh Magazine. Editing by me.

As a Pittsburgh kid, I grew up watching Mr. Rogers. 

So when I saw that this quote and various pictures of him were making their way around 

social media world as sources of comfort for the tragic events surrounding the Boston Marathon yesterday, 

I knew no other words would really be necessary. 

My thoughts and prayers go out to anyone who was affected by the thoughtless acts at yesterday's race. 

May our country heal and learn to respect these lives we've been given. 

I am thankful for the people helping, especially the runners that kept on running to donate blood. 

What heroes. What helpers. 

I'm upset that this was supposed to be a day of celebration and that 

someone ruined it for the athletes and their supporters.
I know that running in Boston is the mark of a "true runner."

I celebrate in your hard work and dedication, runners.

I wish you peace as you begin to heal, everyone. 

May God, and the love of a nation, be with each of you.