Peace monument on the capitol grounds. "May Peace
Prevail on Earth" is printed in four languages, including Arabic.
Photo by Michael Heggen. |
Day 16
2 April 2003
I feel some degree of sadness due to the events that
transpired during the wee hours of the morning. We awoke at 4:10 a.m. to
find three men (an a woman who stood back in the shadows) rampaging around
us. They attempted to destroy our belongings, and became very violent
physically. I was pushed to the pavement, and one attacker hit a friend of
mine with a broomstick we had nearby, breaking the stick in two.
Today, I'm focusing on healing and overcoming, and have
had a quiet peaceful day to do so. Many have stopped by to offer support,
encouragement, and assistance.
We will be taking further precautions to avoid future
incidents, and will stand strong together ad confront this menace arising
from the shadows of hatred and greed.
--Michele |