The community of Aurora, Colorado, the victims of the early morning horrific events at the theater, and the families and friends of each deserve our fervent prayers in this solemn hour.  The President of the United States reminded us this morning from Florida that in moments of tragedy and heartache we are one nation. He also reminded us in subdued tones that our lives are fragile, limited and that he would be able to hug his daughters a little more tightly this evening while others cannot. My youngest son, Joe, was at the very midnight screening at a theater in our own community. I intend to hug him a little more tightly, too.
Hug your loved ones; be kind to those whom you encounter. Permit compassion to overshadow hatred and things we do not understand.