I've started this post about four times. I can't put into words just what I am supposed to say. I'm an Arizonan and I won't apologize for that but.... I've been the hospital that she is in. I've met her. I know people who know her. I ... This is so senseless and ridiculous and beyond words that I want to cry but I can't.
I'm glad that the person is caught. I am glad that Gifford survived. My heart breaks for the six dead (including a nine year old girl and a seated Federal Judge John Roll) and their families.
I've been with my mom all day. We've both cried, we've both prayed. (Gabrielle Gifford is Jewish.) This is over the top. This is... without words.
The story here.