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To the friends and families of Sandy Hook, 

   I was watching the ABC news today with Katie Couric when she sat down with the members of your community and was in tears. It is such an awful thing to lose those who are so deeply rooted in your lives and in your hearts, and no human being should ever have to deal with the loss. But it is something that we deal with everyday, loss. I could never tell you that I understand what you are going through or say that I feel for you. Those emotions that you are dealing with are so great that unless I have experienced the same I could never empathize with you. I am a young mother of two boys who are my world and after hearing about the grief your community has experienced I have vowed to spend more time with my children and to cherish each day that I get to spend with them. You all have so much going on in your lives and to live each day as normally as possible I know is so hard. I do not have money that I can send, or any way to come and help your community. But what I can offer is my time. I am offering you all my email to write to me whenever you feel you just need to get your feelings out or just to talk. I am not a doctor, I don't have any degree that will help me to talk with you. But what I have is a family and can look at them and just tear up knowing that they could be there one moment and gone the next. I am young but I am still willing to be here as a friend for any of you who just needs somebody to talk to . My name is Ashley and I am 24 years old, young I know but I am offering you the best that I can give to you as support from so far away!!! 

My email address is bubbasmom2508@gmail.com, please email me and let me become your friend. I want to offer my help and my support to you in your time of grief.


-Ashley Klein, 24
 Spokane, WA

by Ashley in Spokane Permalink

Sometimes things happen and we don't quite understand it.  What happened at the Elementary School was something very tragic.  But what we don't realize is that all of the victims are happy in Heaven.  They are with God who is taking care of them.  They look down upon the Earth and feel no sorrow or pain, they just have loving memories of their families.  And they are making room for their families to arrive in Heaven one day.  So don't feel down or hold regrets, just be thankful they are safe and wish them your best.

             P.S. A young boy at my church gave my Grandma a flower in memory of a little boy named Daniel.  He had 26 flowers and he was handing them out in honor of the victims.  People all around the world are keeping them and their families in their prayers. Good Luck! Keep pushig on.

by Victoria Sullivan in Victorville Permalink

I am so sorry for what happened there... But you will get better soon, and i'm praying. Don't worry, be happy. :)

by Joshua in Bedford Permalink

I'm sorry this happened to you guys. You didn't deserve it, and it isn't your fault. You'll be okay, I promise. 

by Becca in Fair Lawn Permalink

God bless you all. We are praying for you 

by Kruse in Ridgewood Permalink

to the dear families in newtown,
    as the new year approaches, people everywhere are getting ready to put their pasts behind them and welcome new beginnings. for some of you, this will not be so easy. but, i believe it will get better. here's to hoping we forget about the tragedies, the sadness, and the tears. here's to a new year, and here's to really remembering and honoring the beautiful souls that are, sadly, no longer with us. please don't forget the good things. never forget the good things. i wrote a letter a few weeks ago. hello again. i don't know if anyone will be reading these, but i want you to know that there are people in this great big world that care very much about you and wish for your happiness to return to you in time.
with much love and compassion,
daphne

by Daphne in Closter Permalink

to the dear families in newton,
    as the new year approaches, people everywhere are getting ready to put their pasts behind them and welcome new beginnings. for some of you, this will not be so easy. but, i believe it will get better. here's to hoping we forget about the tragedies, the sadness, and the tears. here's to a new year, and here's to really remembering and honoring the beautiful souls that are, sadly, no longer with us. please don't forget the good things. never forget the good things. i wrote a letter a few weeks ago. hello again. i don't know if anyone will be reading these, but i want you to know that there are people in this great big world that care very much about you and wish for your happiness to return to you in time.
with much love and compassion,
daphne liu 

by Daphne Liu in Closter Permalink

December the 14th is a date that my family and I struggle with since my husband passed away six years ago.  On hearing of the tragedies at Sandy Hook elementary school, it compounded that loss. I know in my heart that those children are angels in heaven and in a far better place.  That does not ease the pain of the parents.  The pain, in time, will cease to a degree but the wound will be there forever.  I will remember them in the future on that date with special prayers.

Sincerely,
Alice Jones

by Alice Jones in Woodcliff Lae Permalink

Remembering you and yours with love
The Luveras
Rochelle Park, NJ

by Domenico and Maria Luvera in Rochelle Park Permalink

I hope you don't think America has already moved on and forgotten about you all, in this day and age.  You are still in my heart and prayers, as well as many others.  I think of your precious children every day. God Bless you all!

by Carli in Oceanside Permalink

In times of hardship, it's difficult to stay strong, especially in times of great loss.  It's these times that we try to find people we care about to help us get through the worst of the times.  I hope you find those people, the people that can share your loss and help you get through it. Know that even here in New Jersey, we feel your loss.  I hope things look up for your families.  Best wishes.

by Lisa in Ridgewood Permalink

                        A LETTER TO MOM AND DAD FROM CAMP HEAVEN
                      
Dear Mom & Dad,

This is the first chance I had to write to you. I'm sorry if I made you worry. I want you to know that all is well and I arrived safe and sound at Camp Heaven. Everything around me is more beautiful than I could ever have imagined.  The trip was short. I got here just after  I closed my eyes and fell asleep.  It was as if no time had past at all. I miss you so very much. I was told to tell you it wasn't goodbye because I would be seeing you soon. Please mention this letter to all my relatives, friends at home, and at school.  I arrived standing before a huge gate. A Beautiful Angel was there waiting to greet me; he had very large wide wings protruding from his shoulders and was wearing a whiter than snow robe with a golden sash around his waste.  A halo circled above his head; his whole being glowed as bright as the sun. I was able to see his face; it was unlike any face I had ever seen before...perfect, soft, and gentle. He greeted me with a loving smile. I asked him who he was; he answered with a low and echoy voice: "My name is Gabriel. I am an Archangel and Messenger of God." I could hardly believe what I was seeing: a real live Angel!  He extended his arms to me; I rushed and fell right into them. He embraced and held me tight, then said: "Welcome home Michael."  As he held my body close to his,  I was overcome with a profound love, peace, and joy which encompassed my whole body unlike anything I had ever experienced before. Mom and Dad, don't feel bad but the love I felt was a thousand times stronger than anything I ever felt before. He then said: "Come Michael, all your brothers and sisters are eager to see and greet you. Grab on to my cloak."  We traveled through the air for a short while and landed on this wonderful outdoor arena that looked like a King's Palace all shiny and bright. A large group of men, women, and children had gathered. There were kinds of animals  milling around. I noticed there were doggies too. I was so thrilled to see doggies. I saw lots of Black Labs, just like our Smoky Bear.  Gabriel put his arm around my shoulder and announced: "Children, this is your new brother Michael; welcome him home!" Everyone cheered and applauded louder than a crowd at a sports stadium; they all came to greet me and gave me lots of hugs and kisses. I felt like a Super Star! Gabriel then said: "OK, enough kissing and hugging, it's time to celebrate!"  I started hearing the sound of music playing but didn't know where it was coming from. I looked up; descending from the sky was an army of Celestial Angels playing the most beautiful and enchanting music I had ever heard. Each of them had different instruments: trumpets, harps, bells, and others instruments I had never heard or seen before. The music permeated the entire palace. Then, all of a sudden, I see this gigantic table and chairs appear in the center of the palace that glistened like diamonds. The table was longer than a football field and was filled with a huge asortment of food and treats.  I never saw such a display of food on one table before. Gabriel,  seated at the head table stood, lifted his wine glass high and said: "Children, I hereby propose a toast to welcome the arrival of God's new adopted son, our new brother, and new addition to The Family of God, Michael! The crowd lifted their glasses and shouted: "Here! Here!"  and sipped the wine. The Angels started playing a tremendous joyous sounding song. Everyone started shouting and repeating: "Welcome Home Michael!  Welcome Home!  Michael!" Gabriel then said: "Hallelujah!  It's time to eat, drink, and be merry! Let the celebration and feast begin!"  Mom and Dad, it's more wonderful here than words can express!  Although I miss you and all my friends very much, please know that I am as happy as I ever could possibly have imagined. Everyone is always filled with Joy and Laughter and truly show their love and concern each other. Gabriel told me this is to be my New Home and Family. I can stay here forever and never have to worry again about getting sick, growing old, or have bad things happen. Please be well and take care of yourself. It's just like when you sent me away to those other camps for the summer, except this one is the greastest one of them all and will never end. I am in Heaven and here is where I was meant to be, where I belong, and where I will live in love forever and ever!  Well, I gotta go now; they're calling my name to join in on another exciting outdoor game.  I'll try to write again soon but it's hard to stop from all the fun I'm having. I love you both so very much!

Your son, Michael



Posted by Milton Lopez Delgado
Thursday December 20, 2012
miltonandwanda@verizon.net
(570) 848-1682

by Milton Lopez Delgado in Moscow Permalink

To the families of Newtown,
  My heart goes out to all of you, I know no amount of words or anything I could say will make your suffering any easier to endure.  Just know that prayers are being sent your way.  Tears start flowing everytime I think about what happened and they are all in Jesus's hands now and are resting in peace.  They are Angels watching over your families now.   

by Lori in Astoria Permalink

To the families of Newtown,
  My heart goes out to all of you, I know no amount of words or anything I could say will make your suffering any easier to endure.  Just know that prayers are being sent your way.  Tears start flowing everytime I think about what happened and they are all in Jesus's hands now and are resting in peace.  They are Angels watching over your families now.   

by Lori in Astoria Permalink

Words cannot express how deeply saddened I am at the loss of so many innocent children and dedicated staff at Sandy Hook School. In memory of all the "Sandy Hook Angels" I am making a donation to a local charity called the Emmanuel Cancer Foundation. This charity assists families who have children stricken with cancer. I will try to make 26 acts of kindness in 2013 in memory of each life that was lost. 
Linda Chenoweth

by Linda Chenoweth in Mahwah Permalink

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