Marathon Monday

Yesterday was a very sad day in our city.  A tradition in Boston, the marathon, was marred by unthinkable acts that still seem surreal.  Patriots Day in Boston is traditionally such a fun day in the city with lots of events and happiness.  I spent many of my pre-children days in the city during the marathon and it was a great time.  Unfortunately, this day will forever be marred with this tragedy and it makes me feel sad that Patriots Day in Boston will always mean something different to my kids.  The kids were at school for a half day the day of the marathon.  Carter's class talked about the marathon and held a "mini marathon" for all the kids.  When I picked him up he was so excited about it and asked who won the marathon and if we could watch.  I couldn't.  Couldn't turn on the television with him because I did not want him to see the images on TV.  Its hard explaining to a 5 year old what happened.  Tragedies such as this take on a new meaning when you have kids.