The people of Boston showed how much they care about the Marathon massacre aftermath yesterday at Fenway Park.
April 21, 2014 7:24 am
The people of Boston showed how much they care about the Marathon massacre aftermath yesterday at Fenway Park.
All the plans and preparations will be tested in a couple of hours.
It’s Boston Marathon day in Boston.
Here’s what everybody wants to be able to say 12 hours from now: What a difference a year makes.
Last year the traditional venture into the doggedness of the human spirit ended in that soul-shattering bomb terrorism.
Now we find out how much has changed since then.
Security measures will be greatly accelerated.
I’m hoping they turn out to be merely a fantastic precaution.
I’m hoping that nobody decides to copycat last year’s idiots.
I’m hoping that no group or individuals decide the world needs to see another message of murder.
Boston, be strong. The resiliency and compassion shown by your citizens have done much to comfort the afflicted, of body and soul.
May every last runner cross the finish line feeling only the pain and glory of finishing every inch of the 26.2 miles. May they run into the arms of their loved ones to celebrate an athletic achievement, not in horror of what they’ve just witnessed.
May everybody have one more successful day in putting last year’s horror behind us.
Posted by markbialczak
Tags: Boston, Boston Marathon, Boston Marathon Massacre, Terrorism
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what beautiful thoughts, mark and i am so happy it turned out as you hoped )
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By ksbeth on April 22, 2014 at 5:23 am
Amen Mark, what a beautiful message of hope and compassion for everyone involved. I can’t imagine the emotions that were surely running faster and harder than even the fastest marathoner.
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By Chatter Master on April 21, 2014 at 8:58 pm
It must have been an emotional mountain, and, oh, how it must have felt to reach the top, Colleen.
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By markbialczak on April 21, 2014 at 9:27 pm
I held my breath, said silent prayers and am hoping that this was a safe marathon day. The way Boston and the country gathered them up in their arms, was a wonderful tribute to humanity. Mark, great post!
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By reocochran on April 21, 2014 at 6:16 pm
I am glad that all went well, Robin. At least I have not seen any break-ins with bad reports on TV this early evening.
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By markbialczak on April 21, 2014 at 7:10 pm
Great post! Hopefully the security is so tight now, any would-be terrorists have thought twice about doing anything bad. I pray for a day when the world is terrorist-free!
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By rachelcarrera on April 21, 2014 at 3:50 pm
Me, too, Rachel. Me, too.
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By markbialczak on April 21, 2014 at 3:53 pm
Well said, Mark … the Boston Marathon is not to be messed with, ever again.
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By Jim McKeever on April 21, 2014 at 10:04 am
Let us pray, JIm.
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By markbialczak on April 21, 2014 at 10:09 am
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By Day 476: Ka-plow! | The Year(s) of Living Non-Judgmentally on April 21, 2014 at 9:04 am
I thought I would hear from you ! Not surprised you are a fan….of Steve Miller. . . Professor used to listen to them in grad school doing his drawings in studio…..memories flooding instantly when a song begins playing. . . . . Love it !
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By annetbell on April 21, 2014 at 8:54 am
Music is a time traveling machine, Anne.
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By markbialczak on April 21, 2014 at 8:55 am
Perfect!
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By annetbell on April 21, 2014 at 8:57 am
AMEN!
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By Amy Pinkrose on April 21, 2014 at 7:52 am
Indeed. Thanks, Amy
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By markbialczak on April 21, 2014 at 7:54 am
(praying)
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By Amy Pinkrose on April 21, 2014 at 9:02 am
Double Amen.
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By kerbey on April 21, 2014 at 9:16 am
Double indeed, too, Kerbey.
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By markbialczak on April 21, 2014 at 9:25 am
Boston thanks you, Mark.
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By Ann Koplow on April 21, 2014 at 7:29 am
The world is with your fair city today, Ann.
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By markbialczak on April 21, 2014 at 7:35 am
I just linked to this post, Mark. I hope that’s okay with you. Thank you so much for writing it.
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By Ann Koplow on April 21, 2014 at 9:04 am
Of course it’s OK, Ann. You have blanket permission to link to any of my posts you wish. It’s always an honor. Thank you.
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By markbialczak on April 21, 2014 at 9:10 am