My dear neighbors in Connecticut:

I want you all to know that I have prayed and will continue to pray that God comes into your hearts and gives you peace and strength.  I have thought of your beloved children dozens and dozens of times and I know that hey are wrapped safely and cuddled in the arms of God.  It is for those of us left here on earth that I pray for.  I have worked in an elementary school for the last 7 years so I know the happy voices, giggles, joy, laughter, intensity, energy and love that children of this age bring.  I pray that you will take comfort in the memories and love that your own children brought to you and your families.  They are surely at peace now, and I hope, in time, that you will be at peace also.

I want you to know that all of us here in New Jersey have cried and mourned the losses of your babies and cannot imagine your pain.  You are not alone, all of America changed the day your children went to Heaven and that is an impact we will NEVER forget.  Take each day moment by moment, remember to eat, breathe, sleep and pray.  Your children will be in my heart forever.

God Bless, 
Mary Portera
Demarest, NJ

by Mary Portera in Demarest