We were randomly flipping channels. ESPN was wrapping up coverage of the Chiefs' Super Bowl parade and celebration. It was perfect background noise to the far more interesting conversation we were having.
Then the picture changed. The reporting changed. The venue was different but the words were the same. People were running. Sirens were blaring. Stretchers. Police. Sobbing survivors.
Bright sunshine and ambulances. After a while I couldn't take any more.
What's on ESPN?
This is ESPN.
That was how we came to listen to Marcus Spears wondering if this is who we are as a people, and concluding that it is.
No place is safe was a constant refrain, as if that were a new concept.
Hug those you love. Tomorrow is not promised.
Such a sad ending to such a joyous celebration. Parents, love your children better.
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