I just need a space to express my horror at what happened today. I was on my way to New York City today when I found out about the bombings in Boston. I immediately called my friends in Boston, several of whom I knew were likely to watch the event in person. All of them made it out safely, thank god. Two of my friends said they were watching no more than 20 feet away from the bombs, but they decided to leave early for whatever reason and were safely out of distance when the bombs went off.

I can't understand this. It is so senseless. What possible reason could there be to inflict violence during an event that brings so much hope, promise, and spirit to people. So many innocent people are scarred for life, physically and emotionally, and at least one child has lost his life as well. It's so horrible.

I've been looking at pictures too, and I have walked down those streets many times when I was in school in Boston, often when it was beautiful outside. To imagine it as a war zone, it's an eerie feeling.

I don't know what else to say. I just have this empty feeling in my gut. Dazed and confused.

My prayers go out to the people of Boston.