As I read the heartbreaking news about the 8-year-old Kentucky boy who tragically lost his life due to a fentanyl overdose, my heart sank. The initial reports suggested that the child had passed away from an allergic reaction to strawberries, a scenario that seemed utterly perplexing. As someone with a lifelong strawberry allergy, I know firsthand that such allergies are typically mild and rarely ever fatal. The chances of dying from ingesting strawberries are incredibly slim, making the situation even more bewildering.
It is disheartening to think about the circumstances that led to this young boy’s untimely death. The fact that fentanyl, a potent opioid, was the cause of his demise is deeply troubling.… Continue reading
I can’t help but be utterly appalled by the actions of James and Jennifer Crumbley in the tragic case of their son Ethan, who committed a school shooting resulting in the deaths of four individuals. The fact that they not only ignored their son’s cries for help but also purchased and handed him a firearm is beyond comprehension. Their blatant disregard for their son’s well-being and safety, as well as that of others, is unfathomable. It is clear that they failed as parents in the most egregious way possible.
The school raised concerns about Ethan’s behavior, the parents were asked to come and get him, and yet they refused.… Continue reading
As I sit here and read about the tragic incident of the toddler who died after being pinned under the tire of an Uber SUV near Houston, my heart breaks into a million pieces. The thought of a young child losing their life in such a preventable manner is absolutely gut-wrenching. Reading through the details and the reactions of those involved, I can’t help but feel a mix of disbelief, frustration, and deep sadness.
The first point that stands out to me is the lack of supervision and attention given to the toddler in this situation. The fact that the adults allowed the child to walk through a parking lot without closely watching her is simply baffling.… Continue reading
I can’t help but feel a deep sense of sorrow and frustration when thinking about the recent conviction of the father of the Michigan school shooter, just weeks after his mother was also found guilty of manslaughter. The sheer negligence and lack of care displayed by these parents is truly appalling. As a parent myself, it breaks my heart to imagine a child reaching out for help, only to be laughed off and ignored by those who are supposed to protect and care for them.
The fact that these parents attempted to flee, leaving their son to face the consequences of his actions with a public defender, speaks volumes about their character.… Continue reading
The recent trial of Jennifer Crumbley, the mother of the Michigan shooter, has brought forth shocking revelations about her negligence and apathy towards her son’s alarming behavior. As I read through the multitude of red flags that were ignored, it becomes painfully clear that this tragedy could have been prevented if proper attention and care were given to the signs of impending danger.
The disturbing details that have emerged paint a chilling picture of a mother who dismissed her son’s cries for help as mere jokes or trivial matters. From his hallucinations of demons to his drawings depicting violence and his struggle with mental health, all the warning signs were there.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker