Handcarved wooden Dutch girl, with lantern aloft amidst a sea of candles. Click photo to enlarge.
"We cannot hold a torch to light another's path, without brightening our own."
In numerous recent events in the US, innocent children and adults have been victims of gun crime. Isn't it time that we shine a light on politicians, forcing them to strengthen gun control laws to protect us? It's past time the US Congress stands up to the fear-mongering NRA (National Rifle Association) and addresses what matters: public safety.
One has to wonder about where lawmakers' loyalties lie, when the day before the tragic school shootings in Connecticut, the Michigan legislature passed a bill allowing guns in classrooms. How many more mass murders will devastate families, before politicians find the courage to act??!!
Quote by Ben Sweetland. Photo in our canal house in the Netherlands.
PS -- just catching up and I had to tell you how lovely your canal is in the winter. Indeed, it is magical. I gasp and I smile. How perfect!
Posted by: jeanie | 21 December 2012 at 21:07
It has been a sad place here; something heavy on the holidays that is so real for so many, too many families. My heart aches for all those who have had recent losses. Your post is a special remembrance.
Posted by: jeanie | 21 December 2012 at 21:06
Last evening I had a small group of women sitting around my table over tea. We talked about light and how we need to have it shine on us in these dark times. I cannot even imagine the insanity of government officials that don't have stricter laws for gun control and help for those that are mentally ill. It saddens me greatly to see what this country has come too. And the newscasters that cover these stories over and over again to the point that someone not thinking straight would want to be glorified in this way. Thanks for all you share. Your photo is lovely. Merry Christmas to you.
Posted by: Marilyn | 15 December 2012 at 21:40