Last week in Seascale England there was a shooting rampage that left numerous dead and several wounded. Besides the obvious physical wounds this small, usually peaceful rural community has psychological wounds to deal with.
The BBC interviewed a general practitioner doctor who was one of the first on the scene. He is obviously shaken by the events. In the interview he is asked how people will begin to cope. His answer, story. People need story. You can listen to the whole interview at this link. http://tiny.cc/9p2ty
The Dr. does not go on to explain what exactly he means by story but he mentions that it will help people to understand. Yes story might help them to understand or accept the craziness but story will also help to remember the lives of those lost. Stories of loved ones after a death are comforting, gone but not forgotten.
My sympathies go out to those affected by the shootings.
Sunday, June 6, 2010
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