It's hard to believe yesterday marked one year since the shooting massacre at Pulse nightclub in Orlando. The deadliest mass shooting in the U.S. -- committed by a man living in Florida motivated by hate, terror and the Islamic State. It struck very close to home, with the first victim identified, Eddie "Top Hat" Sotomayor, from Sarasota. Last night, an intimate gathering of Eddie's friends and concerned members of the community gathered at a park downtown to remember Eddie and the 48 others lost.
With storm clouds building (the symbolism not lost on us), 49 white balloons were released in remembrance of each victim. I've only read or heard stories about Eddie. By all accounts, it sounds like he was a fun, caring person. His friend who organized the vigil said Eddie would've really liked this small, casual gathering...which is nice to hear. So much more to say about the Pulse terrorist attack, but I'll leave it at that.
6 comments:
A loving thoughtful tribute. Too much sadness in the world every day.
Very poignant. As it should be.
So cruel and senseless. How can any person inflict so much pain?
It was a night of horror. Is it possible to have a world without hate?
Lovely tribute SRQ, the world is in a bit of a mess right now, you have to wonder what it will take to turn things around!
My daughter and two oldest grandkids live in Orlando. It was a horrific tragedy that will not ever be forgotten.
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