The Unthinkable...

"If you're trying to defeat the human spirit, marathoners are the wrong group to target."

~Mighty Brighties on FB

     Those terrorists, and that is exactly what they are, are going to wish they had never stepped on American soil and pulled that cowardly, evil act that they did in Boston.  Americans come together no matter what the political problems may be.  When we are attacked, we become stronger, and not just in  the exact area of destruction, but across the entire country.  Just like after 9/11, people everywhere were more patient, more kind, more compassionate.  You see, we look out for one another in severe times like this.  The bad guy gets targeted, and hunted. Even if we disagree if we should own guns or not, who we vote in for office, etc.  Once one of our own is so blatantly attacked for selfish, evil reasons, look out... Americans bond together quicker than Usain Bolt crosses that finish line.  Group runs have been organized.  Prayers have been said. Funds are being collected. Shirts have been made and are being sold - all in support of the courageous people of Boston and the runners from around the country who were there.  We not only have the bravest team in the world, our head coach is the Creator of this world.  We believe this land was meant to be free, not just by our word, but by His.  We are here to fight for that privilege. God is our leader, and our protector.  He is on our side and not on theirs.

Once again, I'm in awe of the courage it took for those runners who had to feel those feelings of pure accomplishment to utter terror in a split second.  I'm amazed at those around who were the first responders...they didn't run away, they ran toward the victims to help them, not knowing if another bomb would go off.  I'm so grateful to live in a country filled with people who care about one another, and are willing to risk their lives if necessary   I truly believe that with every precious life taken in such a way, it makes our country stronger by adding to the great army in heaven.  Angels are on our side.  God is on our side.  Boston, the whole country is on your side.  We pray for you, and we will run for you!

I can't help but wonder...what if the storm hadn't hit New York and cancelled the marathon? Would that have been a target? It is much larger than the Boston marathon.  Think of the devastation it would have caused there, not down playing any of it in Boston.  One death is as bad as 100.  Each soul is important.  However, the thought continues to plague my mind.  My husband, and two sons would have been in that crowd most likely by the finish line.  Suddenly, the cancellation wasn't such a disappointment.  

My heart goes out to those runners in Boston, and to the spectators and all the families.  I am so sorry this happened to you.  America prays for you.  America runs for you. United we will stand!