We are approaching the 10th
anniversary of the Virginia Tech rampage. I asked several of the families if
they would like to talk about life since that terrible day. Here is the
response from Priscilla La Porte, sister of Matthew La Porte:
“All I can think of is how God has
been so present for my family and I since Matt's passing. Was it painful and
horrible? Yes. It was the most painful, horrible reality of my life. But I just
can't focus on that. Not because I wish to shut my eyes to it, but because
God's love, mercy, and goodness has overshadowed it and overcome it. I wouldn't
be telling the truth if all I shared was the misery that came from Matt's
passing. It is not what I am left with. I miss my brother more than I could
ever tell you, but I believe I am a better, deeper, kinder person because of 4/16/07.
I also believe I am a happier person because of 4/16/07. There is no other way
to explain how this is possible than to point to the Cross of Christ.
If what I have shared in this email
could offer you anything you are looking for, I would be more than happy to
share something. Please let me know if you can offer me any direction.”
Thank you,
Priscilla
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