squirtgun 122 Report post Posted April 16, 2007 We all need to say a prayer for the students and families of those injured or killed at VA. Tech this morning.31 dead and 29 injured. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 yazbird8 17 Report post Posted April 16, 2007 From what I've seen over the last bunch of years, I am starting to truly think that america, as a whole, is in a very scary place. This is an incredibly, incredibly tragic event.....What is going wrong with this country?...I am afraid to turn my tv on today.... Stephen Andrews Power Washing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 A and J POWERWASHING 64 Report post Posted April 16, 2007 sad stuff sad you can not go to college anymore with out problems Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Jeff 232 Report post Posted April 16, 2007 God bless them!!! I'm afraid to be a parent, what do you do. I have 2 young children, between pedophiles, kids that dont care, these horrible horrible shootings I am actually afraid to ever let my children out of my sight. No matter how much you teach your children about safety, they are now never safe There has to be some answers God bless these students and their families, Im just sick at the thought of what they went through and what their families have to do next...bury a son or daughter Stop the madness Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Beth n Rod 1,279 Report post Posted April 16, 2007 My son will be a High School senior next year and is considering VA Tech. You think that doesn't make my blood run cold? I don't know if it will effect his decision to apply or not, but it won't make letting go any easier on mom, that's for sure! Beth Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 bigchaz 157 Report post Posted April 16, 2007 Almost went to vtech before uncw Scary stuff, could happen anywhere Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 squirtgun 122 Report post Posted April 16, 2007 I see the Va. Tech administration is already getting heat due to lack of notice to the student body.This basically equates to law suits. From the stuff I have read so far it appears they were giving the best info they had for each given moment during the incident. There are no words that anyone can say nor any amount of money that will console the parents and families of these people.I've buried a child and speak from experience. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Beth n Rod 1,279 Report post Posted April 16, 2007 Scott, I am so sorry to hear that. A very dear friend of mine had to do that, and there are a couple days during the year that she can barely function. Beth Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Mark Williamson 14 Report post Posted April 16, 2007 I thank God every night for what I have. You never know when It will be taken away. One day your on top of the world and the next your not.This world is getting worse every day. Be thankful for what you have!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 DAVID V 22 Report post Posted April 17, 2007 Our prayers go out to the families and friends of those kids. My son is in college out in Cali and I worry alot about him, but something like this never crossed my mind. What is the world coming to and what will be like when my 8yr old daughter gets to be his age. Scott, I'm so sorry to hear that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 MeiersEnterprises 14 Report post Posted April 18, 2007 What a terrible tragedy. Things like this hurt the whole country. CNN can't stop talking about lack of gun control, which is searching for an answer that doesn't exist. If a person snaps, knowone will be able to stop them. I have the unpopular belief that if everyone carried a gun (or at least the professors), this would never have happened in the first place. My heart goes out to anyone who has lost a child. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 mobilemike 14 Report post Posted April 19, 2007 wow...my first post. and what a topic to post on. yes, what a tragedy and frankly with everything that is going on in this country, i'm actually surprised we haven't seen more of these events. i mean really, guns and violence are glorified in music, and other media and we wonder why this is happening. i do share your " unpopular belief " though david, that if someone had carried a firearm other than the shooter, maybe some lives would have been saved. it is interesting that CNN jumps so hastily on gun control, and doesn't address issues such as the violence espoused in modern music. anyway, this forum has been a great tool in learning my profession because of the quality of members and the quality of info posted here. let's keep positive even when things can be so depressing at times. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 One Tough Pressure 580 Report post Posted April 20, 2007 Gun Control means hitting your target Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 MeiersEnterprises 14 Report post Posted April 22, 2007 MY RANT: If I had to blame someone, I would blame everything on the leftist media. This country is turning socialist, which is a stones throw from communism. Taxes for instance are absolutely killing American small business - as well as every productive member of society. Taxes have forced us into 2 income households which has a terrible longterm effect on our children. You put your kids in daycare (because you have to) and expect someone who makes $7 per hour to raise your kids with honor, respect and integrity. It's just not possible. In an ideal situation, a mother should be home with her kids while the father works - or vice versa. Someone needs to be there - NOT some 19 year old who can't wait to get off work and go home to smoke pot with her boyfriend. [no offense to anyone - its just my opinion] Here are the top (and only) 6 headlines on Yahoo at this moment: 1 Pilot killed in S.C. Blue Angel crash 2 Tech gunman bought ammo clips on eBay 3 Mass shootings more common since 1960s 4 U.S. soldiers' deaths in Iraq hit home at military academy 5 Washington governor signs domestic partner bill 6 California officials impose quarantine to stop moth's spread #1 Real news #2 They say this like it's a crime. This is the left's way of using information to convince people that the govt should take our guns away, so we are completely dependent and controlled. Without guns, we are helpless at defending ourselves if the govt becomes too powerful and communistic - which is the MOST important reason to own a gun. Because of stories/headlines like this, eBay will ban the sale of ammo clips (like clips actually killed someone). This is a neverending onslaught of socialism. If anyone gives up their gun, the left will win and you will forever be a pawn in someone else's game. #3 Again, hit people with the information that will change their minds to the leftist view. One headline isn't enough - lets try two. #4 The left hates Bush, so why not always have a headline which does not support the war in any way. I don't even like Bush but we are in this war and have to finish it. Whining will not help the cause. Where are the good stories about Iraq? I'm sure there are at least a few!?!? Media headlines are ALWAYS negative on the war. Since day 1, this has been happening and it does NOT help the situation. #5 Most Gays are left - If you are born gay, that's fine. Just don't try to convince families that they are wrong by raising their children in a 2 parent household. It seems like every channel on TV has someone gay and gays only make up 6% of the population. This is NOT the norm for society and never will be. Additionally, as many gay parents will raise decent children, it is not the "ideal" situation for a child. Kids need good/positive male and female influences in their life. I've never seen 2 gay men concieve a child together. It's just not possible! #6 Real news [another California Law on the books which makes CA seem like it's a revolutionary lawmaker with all good intentions. This is just not true. There is no other state with more socialistic laws than CA. Again - The left tries to bring credibility to a state where almost none can actually be found.] That's 5 out of 6 headlines that are part of the leftist agenda. Look at Yahoo and other media headlines/outlets each day and you will see how left they actually are. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 mobilemike 14 Report post Posted April 25, 2007 That's 5 out of 6 headlines that are part of the leftist agenda. Look at Yahoo and other media headlines/outlets each day and you will see how left they actually are. That's why I canceled the subscription to our liberal rag of a paper here in town and why I listen to talk radio. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 MeiersEnterprises 14 Report post Posted April 26, 2007 That's why I canceled the subscription to our liberal rag of a paper here in town and why I listen to talk radio. I cancelled my subscription to the Palm Beach Post for the very same reason. Hopefully this path will change someday. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
We all need to say a prayer for the students and families of those injured or killed at VA. Tech this morning.31 dead and 29 injured.
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