To the affected families of Newtown,


Everything will be okay.  Tragedies happen, but please stay together.  The strength you all show as a community is both heartbreaking, and inspiring.  Though things have been a struggle, your strength is commending.

I am humbly sorry for what has happened.  Things like this are never foreseen.  However, everything happens for a reason.  May you exit this situation with love and peace.  Hatred and evil are despicable things, but may you continue to share your love for one another.

'Tis the season they say for Christmas and Holiday cheer.  I pray that you all may be strong in light of this event.  Be strong Newtown, be strong.

Children, tell your parents you love them.  And parents, hold your children close within your hearts.


With love,


A NJ Resident

by James Tan in Paramus