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Chris Pinkard

Chris Pinkard is a staff writer for the Blytheville Courier News

A look at some favorite Christmas things

Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Before I get started today I want to take a brief moment to send my condolences to the families suffering right now after the tragedy that took place in Connecticut on Friday. As a pacifist, I am always disturbed by acts of violence, but this time my heart is filled with an intense sadness unakin to any other. I can't describe it, but this incident is connecting with me on a much deeper level, especially when Ashley and I read the names of the victims that included two little girls, Caroline and Grace, and a few teachers and staff members that were our age. May this tragedy lead us to the realization that things cannot continue to be as they are. Grace and peace to those who are hurting and mourning.

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