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Because of the death of a terrorist, I have posted again today...

I couldn't figure out the right way to express how I feel about the death of Osama bin Laden today, but a friend on facebook posted this quote which I think fits so well. I just can't imagine being happy because someone died, but I really am glad he is no longer acting as a terrorist although I don't believe he could have been doing much since he has been in hiding for ten years. I do not condone the rejoicing which reminds me of something out of the Wizard of Oz (which another friend said the same thing) and just puts me on edge that something worse could happen but maybe the end to the war is nearer than we thought. I really don't feel any safer now that he is dead than I did when he was alive, actually, which may be another reason why I am not celebrating. Even though he was the "inspirational leader", with him gone, someone else will surely step up. And in the ten years he's been in hiding, couldn't he have trained someone else to take his place? They could have been planning for his death for that long which scares me so much more. Maybe I watch too many crime shows. Well I hope we remain safe, and in the meantime, the quote:

‎"I mourn the loss of thousands of precious lives, but I will not rejoice in the death of one, not even an enemy. Returning hate, adding deeper darkness to a night that is already void of stars. Darkness cannot drive out darkness: only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate: only love can do that." - Unknown

Dear God,
Let there be peace on earth and help us to come together in union today as we came together that horrible day of 9/11/2001. Please help us to love our neighbors and treat others as we would like to be treated. Let us leave final judgements to You and help us to continue to rejoice and have pride in our nation while attempting to establish serenity throughout the world. You have created us all, You watch over us all, You are bigger than all of us and our troubles so help us to resolve our conflicts. I love You Lord.

Peace&Love&Hope for the world