Lock Down

I didn't get the call until after the excitement ended. Maybe that's a good thing. Not that there was anything I could have done but pray.

I mean, what do you do when your Evening Supervisor calls you and leaves a message that the campus is on lock down because there is a domestic disturbance nearby. Someone with a gun. Police on the scene. Stay in whatever building you are in and don't risk going out, possibly getting caught in the cross fire if shots are exchanged.

Who would have thought that this sleepy little quiet peaceful campus, far from the dangers of downtown, would need to think about such an event? But there is no limitation on human angst, no end to the suffering of those around us. So the Evening Supervisor had to post students at the door and advise people to stay inside. Some listened, others chose to leave regardless of the warning. Can you imagine being so belligerent?

The Emergency Response Team will be investigating, following up to see how we did, whether we need to make any changes. It shakes you up a bit, reminds you that every moment you live is a gift from God. Don't waste them. And remember to thank God that this incident was resolved without anyone being hurt.