Once again our community has been struck by horror, sudden and vicious, reminding us of the fragility of life and the harsh swiftness with which it can be taken from us. I am so deeply sorry for the pain and anguish suffered today by the victims, the Salisbury University family and our entire Wicomico family. It somehow sounds inadequate in the face of unspeakable tragedy but I pray that every parent, every child, every friend will pause a moment and thank God for the blessing of life and for our ability to show love and concern to each other while we can. I called my children today from the other side of the world and I told them I loved them and tried to hold them close over the phone.
I encourage all of our residents to show your love to those around you and unite once again as a community that cares deeply for one another and who shares the sad times as well as the good.I also want to thank the diligent and committed members of our law enforcement and medical emergency communities for their difficult work in responding to the shootings. We tend to take for granted the challenges they confront and have to relive in their minds long after the actual event. I pray that they feel God's comforting hand, as well. Finally, I know all of us will continue to keep young Miss Kristen Loetz in our prayers, that she may quickly recover from her physical wounds and that, in time, she will be able to find peace of mind as the events of Tuesday evening haunt her memory. Our community is strong and at such times, we need the love and support of each other. I know we'll all do our part because we are also a good community and we care.
Very well put and a sincere post.
ReplyDeleteOk. You called your children from the other side of the world today. As a taxpayer, why are you on the other side of the world on my tax money? An answer is waiting Rick. Local people are getting pissed off with loss of jobs and opportunities in Wicomico County. But you will be fine as long as people vote Democrat so they will get all the free ship. And why did you make this tragedy on Onley Rd a political issue and involve your family in the process? The murder-suicide had nothing to do with you or your family. Just another Obama type move to get your fat face in the news.
ReplyDeleteThis is a distraction for Rick knowing that he is in Taiwan vacationing at tax payers expense.
ReplyDeleteNone of your tax money was spent for this trip. Why don't you inform yourself before you make stupid comments? This was a thoughtful post and anyone whose kids are away at school would want to touch base with them, even if only able to by phone. Life is short; why don't you use your energy for something more constructive?
ReplyDeleteWhy do you people insist on spreading falsehoods? He is not traveling on taxpayer money. Perhaps you should focus on the message of the post and not your political bias.
ReplyDeleteDoes he post a message of condolence each time a young person dies at someone else's hands? Or an older person is the victim?
ReplyDeleteSo not one cent of tax payers money is being spent?
ReplyDeleteMy you all need to get out from under your rock and see how it works in the real world. You people are too funny!
He is part of a "diplomatic and cultural" delegation. In some roundabout way the tax payers always end up footing some or most of the bill. Wise up!
Ok, where did the money come from then for this trip? This was announced as official business, why did it not come from taxpayer money?
ReplyDeleteIt was tax money. The bottom line any time a politician travels on business it is in fact tax money. Rick needs to get home and fix things here. Another false promise politician. They all say what you want to hear when running for office. He is a professional politician. Enough said
ReplyDeleteFrom what I read, the trip was fully paid by the Taiwan government. I don't pay taxes to them, do you, 8:53?
ReplyDeleteBurrrrrrrrp I think I ate too much squid. Ricky is alright. Rumor has it he destroyed the buffet though.
ReplyDeleteMaybe he is there seeking Craemers replacement oh sorry he is the council's flunky.