I have been mulling over the recent events in Montreal at the Dawson College. I sat tearfully staring at the news coverage released early that day, and my heart broke for the children, the staff and the parents. It is without doubt the most horrifying event in recent news. I have sympathy as well for the gunman’s parents…despite comments that they must have known something was wrong with him – it’s very well possible that they had no idea. No one knows our inner selves unless we let them, and I find it hard to believe he let anyone into his darkened soul.

Later, to hear the domain for a notorious vampire profile website noted as one of the gunman’s online homes, I was appalled. I knew immediately that he was not of the community, that he was something else entirely.

One of the most authorative experts in the community, Michelle Belanger, has posted a response to her LiveJournal. Much more eloquent with her words than I, I urge you to read her response.

Michelle’s Response

May all involved heal, be blessed and move strong on their journey.