This morning my husband and I were having coffee while listening to Christmas caroles being played when The Little Drummer Boy came on, and I mentioned to him that song always reminds me of the Catholic school fire as it was played over and over again the Christmas of the fire. He did not recall the fire so I found it on the internet and showed him. I was 10 years old at the time of the fire and I remember the profound impact the tragedy had on my young mind! It was as though I was there, I personally knew the children who were injured as well as those who perished in the fire, and my heart ached for each of them, and tears flowed as I saw the articles and television news coverage. Being the same age as many of the victims made a strong emotional connection for me. Over the years each time I hear that song my thoughts are drawn back to that unbelieveably sad loss of young lives and the lasting devastation to the families of those sweet children! During this holiday season may we all remember the children and nuns who lost their lives, and reach out to embrace all our loved ones everyday telling them how much they are loved! May the memories of those who passed offer a continued appreciation for life and the treasured ones we cherish with all our heart!!
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