Just had to get this out...
Even when things go badly, such as being stood up by some clown, I try to have a sense of humor and keep this blog light.
Tonight, I am going to change the atmosphere for a post.
Earlier this week, Tuesday, a police office answered a call about some kids shooting off fireworks. He scolded the boy. The boy went into his house, collapsed and died. The boy, as it turns out, had a congenital heart defect. He had a heart attack, evidentially, after being scared that the office had approached him.
His brother went outside, got the policeman's gun, and killed him. He fled the scene.
The office is the same one who did the composite drawing when I was held up at gun point. (Those who know me know the story).
It was actually a computer program, and he was the guy who used it most. He was working out in the precinct gym, and apologized for being sweaty and smelly, but he was supposed to be off duty when I came in. He was nice and funny and put me at ease. He was shocked by the amount of detail I had. It just creeps me out that I had contact with him.
He left behind a wife, and 3 children in first, fifth and eighth grade.
The funeral was a few blocks from my house. It was absolutely packed and they actually had to close of a few streets.
Today I drove past it an hour or so before the procession.
The street was lined with people.
But I felt it was a little disrespectful.
It was like the atmosphere of a parade.
People were standing around in their flip-flops and shorts, eating snacks and drinking sodas.
I know they think they were showing their respect, but it just felt very wrong to me.
I am happy to say, the shooter did turn himself in. A stand off would have been ugly and his parents already lost one boy. (Although being a death penalty state, I am sure there is a good chance he will be put to death).
Okay--back to sunshine and happiness...
Or at least dating stories that make you chuckle and mom stories to which you can relate.
Tonight, I am going to change the atmosphere for a post.
Earlier this week, Tuesday, a police office answered a call about some kids shooting off fireworks. He scolded the boy. The boy went into his house, collapsed and died. The boy, as it turns out, had a congenital heart defect. He had a heart attack, evidentially, after being scared that the office had approached him.
His brother went outside, got the policeman's gun, and killed him. He fled the scene.
The office is the same one who did the composite drawing when I was held up at gun point. (Those who know me know the story).
It was actually a computer program, and he was the guy who used it most. He was working out in the precinct gym, and apologized for being sweaty and smelly, but he was supposed to be off duty when I came in. He was nice and funny and put me at ease. He was shocked by the amount of detail I had. It just creeps me out that I had contact with him.
He left behind a wife, and 3 children in first, fifth and eighth grade.
The funeral was a few blocks from my house. It was absolutely packed and they actually had to close of a few streets.
Today I drove past it an hour or so before the procession.
The street was lined with people.
But I felt it was a little disrespectful.
It was like the atmosphere of a parade.
People were standing around in their flip-flops and shorts, eating snacks and drinking sodas.
I know they think they were showing their respect, but it just felt very wrong to me.
I am happy to say, the shooter did turn himself in. A stand off would have been ugly and his parents already lost one boy. (Although being a death penalty state, I am sure there is a good chance he will be put to death).
Okay--back to sunshine and happiness...
Or at least dating stories that make you chuckle and mom stories to which you can relate.
posted by Beth at
7:15 PM
3 Comments:
Wow Beth. That is tragic in so many ways. Those poor parents who lost one boy and now are facing the loss of another through incarceration or the death penalty. And then the officer, on a seemingly standard call, and the family he leaves behind.
I'll say a prayer for all.
By
Anonymous, at 7:51 AM
Beth,
I am speechless. What a horrible thing. I will keep them in my prayers.
Linae
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Anonymous, at 8:18 PM
It is horrible. The little boy with the heart problem was laid to rest yesterday.
The police dept. checked the 911 call to make sure the boy was taken care of appropriately, and thankfully, he was.
The entire situation is tragic.
By
Beth, at 8:43 PM
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