After putting my foot in my mouth when I first saw Nina after the MSU shooting, I prayed about something "better" to say to her. This is what I came up with...
Hi Nina - I was thinking about what I said to you earlier and I hope I didn't scare you more. I was trying to think of something comforting to say but it's hard to know what to say in the situation you went through.
Unfortunately shootings aren't limited to college campuses, as you know. They've happened almost everywhere - elementary schools, movie theaters, concerts, clubs, etc. By saying this I hope you remember that are not extra susceptible just because of being at college. Everyone is at risk because there are evil people in this world no matter where you go. (There I go again, scaring you more 😔)
This definitely literally hit home for you, and the rest of us who haven't been thru it can only imagine how horrifying and terrifying it was, not only for you, but for your parents as well knowing that you and Nick were there there. Thank God you were unharmed.
As you go back to class and "normal" life, remember like I said before that EVERYONE there is just as scared as you are, and it will take time to feel "safe" again. Take your time, take one day at a time, and keep moving on with your life. The best thing to do is to probably jump back into it as soon as you can to let the healing begin. Feel the feelings, mourn what was lost, and cry if you need to. Remember how brave you are and how loved you are and that God is always with you no matter what.
Love you girl😘
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