We were at an early dinner last night when our kids caught a glimpse of the videos taken today when the bombing happened at the Boston Marathon. This was the first time the kids really associated themselves with targets of such senseless hate. Our children are aware of tragedies going on in the world, but I think this is the first time it really clicked as a reality for them. It was sad, but also a reminder that they are growing up and it was time to talk more in-depth about fear, … [Read more...]