Events like the shootings at VaTech always make me pause and think about my life. It amazes me every time something like this happens that a) someone would actually do this. b) how strong humans are. I have been unable to stop watching coverage of the story. I wonder what part of the brain drives us to constantly seek more information about these types of events? Am I trying to make sense of it all? I am not sure. I do know I have a pretty damn good life, lots of people who love me, good job and good health. I always find its easy to get set in my routine and start taking life to seriously. This event certainly jolted me out of that rut. My heart goes out to all of the victims families and the Hokey community. Isn't it sad it takes something like this?

I ran across this photo essay today. Careful, if anyone who will make fun of you for crying is around (Steff & Melanie) DO NOT look at these photos. But they are touching, inspiring and sad.