The words thoughts and prayers can easily be erased and brushed aside. Unlike the victims from the Uvalde shooting, those actions caused permanent damage to families and the community. I worked on this piece because I wanted to commemorate all 21 victims from the Uvalde shooting. Just like in the work, thoughts and prayers have been erased but the names remained. It never felt comforting to hear the words thoughts and prayers, when people say that they don’t really care to action. Nobody wants your thoughts and prayers, its getting repetitive.
February 28, 2024 at 2:57 pm
It’s crucial to honor victims with actions, not just words. Let’s support communities affected by tragedies with real help, like donating lottery winnings.