One week ago American History changed forever. In a terrorist attack by enemies of our Republic, three lives were lost. Later in the week, two first responders would die as well. We have seen their faces and heard some of their stories. We grieve for those people and their family and friends.
In addition, around 200 other people were injured in the explosions on Boylston Street. We saw some of their faces and heard some of their names. I want to show you a face and give you a name. And I want you to know a little of her story.
Michelle before
Michelle L’Heureux was seriously injured on that day. In the picture with the signs, she is on the left. What a smile! Michelle always seems to be smiling. It is her nature. A short time after that picture was taken, two bombs exploded, changing her life and ours forever.
That same day, after she was taken to the hospital, she was texting, emailing, and posting to her friends, reassuring them she would be OK. Comforting them. Showing gratitude for the well-wishes. Asking for prayers. SHE comforted US with her attitude and hope for the future.
Michelle after
She posted the second picture today, which was taken in her hospital room. Once again, she is still smiling. And that smile will be part of the legacy of the cowardly terrorist bombing at the Boston Marathon! The people of Boston came together last week in a way that was so reminiscent of the events of the late 1700’s. They sang the “Star Spangled Banner” as one at a Bruins’ game. They went to Fenway Park to see the Sawk’s and sang “Sweet Caroline.”
The people of Boston and America will move forward. Not without remembering the pain and loss of last week, but hopeful for the future of our great nation, and with a heightened resolve to preserve the heritage of freedom and opportunity that is the root of America.
Thanks for the smile, Michelle. You humble me. You remind me that today is a day worth living. My newest hero. Boston Strong. American Proud.
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