I'm still reeling from the news of Monday, February 27, 2012. My beautiful, serene, wholesome little town of Chardon, Ohio has forever changed. My alma mater, Chardon High School, the scene of such horrific tragedy will never be quite the same for all of us who had attended and will attend in the future. My thoughts and prayers go out for the victims and their families, and for all the residents of Chardon.

One thing I know for sure. The people of Chardon have strong roots; the town will recover and continue to be a model for what is good and valued in America.