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This is not book related but I need to write a few words about the horrible tragedy that happened here in Norway yesterday, July 22nd.
The government center was bombed yesterday, eight people was killed and more injured. After that a man traveled to a little island called Utoya where a summer camp(this is a regular yearly event) was held for the Labor Party youth, over 600 young adults was gathered out there. The young people there was from 13-14 years old and upwards. The man was dressed as a police officer and said he was there to inform about the bomb in Oslo. There he started shooting, at least 68 young adults was killed. So far the investigations has reveled that it is most likely the same man that is behind both incidents.
It feels so unreal that something like this could happen in little Norway. I feel sick in my stomach and the tears are never far away. I'm so grateful that none of my loved ones was anywhere close to these horrible incidents but an acquaintance of ours had a child that was shot several times, the situation is critical. Norway is a small country so I believe almost everyone will know of someone who has been affected by these gruesome events.
Norway is in mourning today. My heart and thoughts goes to everyone that has lost a loved one in this tragedy and all the people that has been affected by this tragedy.
Oh wow. My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone. How horribly sad.
ReplyDeleteThanks, nikki. It's just horrible and that someone can go to a youth camp and start shooting is just unbelievable.
ReplyDeleteI said it before but I am just so saddened by the news and feel like crying. How could anyone do that to their own people?
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My thoughts are with everyone in Norway today
Absolutely devastating news. Sending my thoughts to everyone effected xo
ReplyDeleteIt's so awful. I keep crying, too. All those kids. Thoughts and prayers going to Norway.
ReplyDeleteI still can't believe this happened to our country. I've said it many times now. It's surreal:(
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts and prayers go out to all. Thank you for sharing today, I am sorry the news is so tragic.
ReplyDeleteHi Mari, I've been watching this on the news and have been feeling so sorry for everyone in Norway - most especially for the people and families directly effected, but like you say, with such a small place nearly everyone will know someone who was hurt. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone there xxx
ReplyDeleteI've been so shocked and sad watching this on the news. It's absolutely devastating and like you said with Norway being so small most people will know someone affected by the tragedy.
ReplyDeleteMy heart goes out to the people of Norway
Sending warm hugs across the miles
I was so sad to hear about this. My thoughts and prayers are with you guys.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for all your kind words; it warms my heart to see the reactions of the international community.
ReplyDeleteThe response here in Norway to these tragedies have been massive, it's been rose marches all over the country. It's deeply moving to see how people care for each other and has decided to show love instead of hate. Love to those directly affected by this, to our country and to our democracy.