I am embarrassed…

Since the Paris terrorist attacks, I’ve been doing some research on ISIS and all their terrible deeds. Prior to that, I’d been on somewhat of a news fast for a very long time.

I feel terribly that I didn’t know about the ISIS bombings in Beirut on Thursday. Suicide bombings killed 43 people and injured over nearly 250. And last week’s casualties are just the tip of the iceberg.

While I still don’t understand the issues behind the turmoil in the Middle East, what I do know is the unrest is affecting all of us around the world to varying degrees as indicated by this chart from the New York Times showing ISIS attacks, inspirations, and arrested suspects by county in the last year.

I’m scared. I’m praying. I’m learning.

And, most importantly, I will continue doing what I can to help make life better for all the people I come in contact with.

While they may not seem like much, a kind word, a helping hand, and a smile may help spread love and acceptance one by one by one…