Such Sadness

Yesterday a gunman walked into the IHOP in our small little town and open fire with an automatic weapon (I don't even know what that would be).  I can't explain the profound sadness I feel at this senseless act.  My heart goes out to those directly affected by this, physically and emotionally.  12 people shot, 4 (5 including the suicide of the shooter) lost their lives.  I have so much empathy for the victims and for their families and friends.  May God comfort them.  I am just heartbroken that our little community has had this happen.  We haven't even had a homicide in over 3 years and now this horrible, horrible act!  It totally saddens my heart.