I am a first time diarist (and long time lurker). I always feel that there are others who can express themselves much more eloquently than I (and I apologize in advance for any rules I am breaking or conventions I am failing to follow). However, like many of you, I continue to experience an almost overwhelming combination of anger and anguish in the aftermath of the Sandy Hook Elementary tragedy. Mostly because the children were so young, and at least partially because one of my colleague school psychologists was murdered, I feel the need to act. I like the idea of honoring the innocent of Sandy Hook Elementary by engaging in "26 Acts of Kindness." But kindness will not prevent the next tragedy. Only comprehensive legislation at the federal level will move us closer to that goal. Follow me below the squiggle for “”26 Acts of Advocacy.”
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