New York Times Headline: Dragnet Shuts Boston; One Suspect Is Slain but Second Man Is on Loose
A police officer and a Boston bombing suspect are both dead after a chase this morning. The streets of Boston were in a state of emergency as police officers require residents to stay indoors with the doors locked. Police believe the other suspect is the dead man’s brother and are on the lookout for him.
Click here to read the full story.
New York Times Headline: Brothers Seen as Good Students and Avid Athletes
The brothers that are currently suspect of the Boston Marathon bombings, both immigrated from Kyrgyzstan or another country in the region. Police are trying to figure out how two quiet immigrants evolved to terrorists. Now that one brother is dead, that may be even harder to do.
Click here to read the full story.
100 days
My best friend has been gone for 100 days. And it’s been some of the hardest days, but also some of the best days, of my life. Hard because I can’t pick up the phone and tell him every funny, weird thing that has been going on, or make him take me to Chili’s again for chips and salsa and cake, but good because I’ve learned so much about myself and I love watching him grow and watching myself grow too. Sometimes being independent is nice. I’ve gotten to go on some awesome dates and meet awesome people that I may not have met otherwise. And who knows how it’s all going to end up, but right now I know that everything that has happened and everything that is going to happen is the right thing, and in the end everything will happen how it should.
I feel like I post something about Randy every other day and some of you are probably sick of it or think it’s crazy. But I’m going to brag about him because he’s my best friend and I am so proud of him and what he’s doing!
So here’s to Randy and his first 100 days as a missionary. He’s done some crazy things, and already has blessed so many people’s lives, including mine.
Happy day 100 Elder!
And happy Thursday everyone!
News April 18, 2013
New York Times Headline: Ruins Searched for Firefighters After Blast at Factory Kills as Many as 15
A huge blast in a Texas fertilizer plant killed as many as 15 people and injured more than 160. Experts are unsure what caused the blast, and will do more investigating after the search and rescue has been finished.
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New York Times Headline: Boston Mourns Victims; Break Is Seen in Inquiry
President Obama spoke of undimmed hope and undaunted spirit at the interfaith service for those who were killed and injured in the Boston Marathon blasts. Experts are still searching video recordings in hopes to find some clues as to who is responsible.
Click here to read the full story.
Not Settling
I had an experience over the past few days that made me realize a few things, things I wanted to share.
Girls, this is especially for you.
You don’t have to settle. And you may think that all guys are a certain way and you have to put up with them. That’s not the case at all. Yes, you will have to compromise and learn to love their flaws and things like that, but you do not have to settle. You don’t have to be with someone who doesn’t treat you right. Ever.
I have the most amazing guy friends in the whole world who are constant reminders to me that I can be with someone who respects me, wants to do things for me, wants to listen to me, wants to cheer me up, and wants to be there for me. So thanks Spencer and Dylan and Trev and Jack and Dillon and Cole and Lincoln and Kurtis and Gabe and Cade and Michael and especially you Randy Low. And all you other guys that I didn’t mention. Thank you for being the reminder that there are good guys out there.
So ladies, don’t you dare waste a second with someone who doesn’t treat you the way you deserve. You don’t have to be with a guy who makes you feel bad about yourself, and more importantly you SHOULDN’T be with a guy who makes you feel like that. Guys are always saying “Nice guys finish last” and if we show them that the nice guys are what we really want, they’ll all have to start being nice, right?
Wait for the right guy, and don’t settle for anything less.
Happy Wednesday everyone!
News April 17, 2013
New York Times: Background Checks in Peril as Reid Backs Gun Curbs
Nevada Senator Harry Reid, the majority Senate leader, said today that he would vote for a ban on assault weapons, breaking his long ties to the NRA. He said that there needs to be a balance between the right to have a weapon, and the right for every child in America to be safe. This changes the gun debate and the outcome is now very unsure.
Click here for the whole story.
New York Times: Secret Service Cites Suspicious Material in Letter to Obama
A suspicious envelope addressed to President Obama was intercepted by the secret service yesterday. The envelope which is now being tested for suspicious substances, looked similar to a letter addressed to a Republican Senator that tested positive for ricin.
Click here to read the full story.
Safe
I know there have been so many social media posts and tweets about Boston and everything, I just wanted to add my sympathies to those who were there and those who had family who were there. I can’t even imagine what could possibly motivate someone to want to hurt people like that. It’s beyond anything I can comprehend. Today I am grateful for knowing that the Church is true, that families are forever, that we have a loving Heavenly Father who will make everything alright in the end.
On another note, yesterday I had the highest blog readership EVER. By a lot. So thank you for keeping up with this blog and supporting this crazy goal of mine. I appreciate it:)
On another note, yesterday Sarah and I watched Safe Haven. It was SO scary. But so good. It was kind of perfect to watch it after the Boston Marathon bombings, because in it one of the guys is crazy and wants to hurt people, but there are so many other good people that make life as good as possible. I really needed that reminder; that while there are so many bad people in this world who do things I can’t and won’t understand, there are so many good people who do things out of kindness and love and sympathy. There are good people and good thoughts, not everything is bad and ugly.
I am so glad for the safety and security I feel, and I can only hope that others will be able to feel that safety and security too.
Happy Tuesday everyone.
News April 16, 2013. Updates on Boston
New York Times: No Suspects Yet; Among the Dead Is an 8-Year-Old Boy
The number of injured taken to the hospital is now officially 176, with 17 critically injured and 3 dead. Among the dead is an 8 year old boy. As of now there are no suspects, but nearly the entire area is closed down as police search for evidence.
Click here to read the full story.
I’ll be posting updates on Boston as they come.
New York Times: Senators Set to Unveil Immigration Bill
This new immigration bill that is being brought to the Senate floor will not only get 11 million illegal immigrants on the right side of the law, but will also change the future of immigration by searching for immigrants with job skills that would help the U.S.
Click here to read the full story.
Final Boston Update for Today
The White House reaction is that the bombs in Boston were an act of terror. Two people were killed, and more than 80 were injured, with at least a dozen with amputated limbs. The sites are closed, and planes are being redirected to not be allowed to fly over the area.
Read the full story here.
I am incredibly saddened by these events, and my heart and prayers go to those who were involved, as well as their families.
UPDATE
Boston Marathon bombs kill 2, hurt more than 20
Breaking News
Two explosions heard at the Boston Marathon near the finish line. There are reports of injuries.
Read more: http://usnews.nbcnews.com/_news/2013/04/15/17764747-witnesses-2-explosions-heard-near-finish-line-of-boston-marathon?lite
Look for more info as it comes in!
