Sad News to Wake Up To

[linaewen]

Well, my dears.  I was going to come here today to tell you about my very nice Christmas holiday, but the news this morning has put that aside for a time.  I am speaking of the assassination of Benazir Bhutto, of course.

I would ask all who pray to join with me in keeping the country of Pakistan in mind in these days. As someone who lived there for many years, and who has some idea of the intricate oddities of politics there, you can imagine how upsetting it was to wake up this morning and learn that Benazir has been shot and killed by a suicide bomber, who also then killed others by blowing himself up.

Whether or not one thought of her as the best leader for that country, she was an amazing woman who was much loved, and this is a very tragic and devastating occurrence. More than anything else, this is going to throw the country into much chaos, at a time when it is critical that there be as little chaos as possible, so please pray for peace and stability, and protection for the other leaders of the country at this time. We also have many close friends there, and in times like this, there is always concern for their safety.

I am sorry now that I never found the time or the words to explain -- as I actually intended -- some of what the current situation over there means to someone who lived there during other elections and military coups and dictatorships. I shall find the time and the words soon, I hope, but first I will see how things develop in the next couple of days. I am expecting it to be rather bad, to tell you the truth.

And think of me, too, because it's hard to hear news of something so horrible happening in a place that I still consider home though I haven't lived there for 5 years or so.

Thanks to you, my friends.

Comments

[maidoforange.livejournal.com]

(((((((Lin))))))). I was very saddened to hear that news and I thought immeadiately of you. I will keep Pakistan in my thoughts and prayers.

[lin4gondor.livejournal.com]

Thank you, (((my dear)))!!!

[estellye.livejournal.com]

Of course I will add my prayers that this devastating assassination will not plunge an already volatile situation into complete anarchy. There is the hope that her supporters and those who admired her will step up in a beneficial way for the country and not in a violent way. That is what I will see happening.

I'm sorry you were greeted with this news after a pleasant Christmas. I hope you aren't feeling badly for our current luxury and safety in this country while these things occur in your other home. There is no lack of prosperity and safety in this abundant world we have been given. We are not taking it away from anyone by having it for ourselves as long as we remain grateful (as I know you do) remain aware (as I know you do) and take responsibility to support those actions and those leaders that will hopefully lead to Pakistan's people enjoying their share of the good things this world offers us - very soon (and of course you do that, too). I have no idea why I felt I needed to say that. Maybe I was talking to myself. Anyway it's still true.

[shirebound]

This is truly sad news. :(

[solodancer.livejournal.com]

oh my dear! I can't fully appreciate how this must feel for you, but I love you and so what causes you pain is important enough to keep you in my prayers. I pray that all will be well there and that your friends still living there will be safe. And I'll pray for you to have some peace of mind and heart in the coming days.

(((((margaret))))

[siradaono.livejournal.com]

joins you in much prayer and mourning today, more than usual.

[mumstheword54.livejournal.com]

I was dismayed to hear about the assassination on my way to work this morning, but haven't heard many details. I do know, as you do, that God can work even in this situation to bring about good for the people of Pakistan.

I pray that God's peace will guard your heart and mind, dear Lin, and that He will place His protective angels around the people and leaders of that nation.

I'm thankful that you had a good Christmas, and I'm thankful for your tender heart and your example of steadfast faith.

*hugs, prayers, and blessings*

[captinskywalker.livejournal.com]

((((((((((Linaewen))))))))))))

Keeping you close in thoughts and prayers, dear. I'd be very interested in hearing your take on the situation, when you feel like it! I understand your worries for the worsening of things over there, but... I will be praying for the best.