I’m sure by now most have heard about the devastating plane crash which happened in East Haven, CT yesterday. If you haven’t, here’s an overview.

A plane flown by former Microsoft VP, Bill Henningsgaard, crashed into two homes in East Haven, CT yesterday. Both he and his son, who was also on board, were killed and found in the basement of one of the homes destroyed. Two children, ages one and 13, were inside one of the homes and are listed as missing.

The small plane was preparing to land at Tweed Airport when it overshot the runway, and instead of circling around to make another pass, it crashed into two homes on Charter Oak Ave, north of the runway. The cause of the crash is still unknown, as there were no signs of distress.

My heart goes out to the families effected by this horrible tragedy. I can’t imagine what they are going through. A plane crash is always terrible, but when it involves innocent people on the ground, especially children, it is heartbreaking. I can’t believe the strength of the mother of the missing children, what she is going through is unimaginable. To have your kids safe inside your home one second, the next your home is gone, along with your children… I don’t think I could make it through something like that, to have your whole world collapse in an instant.

This whole situation is so bizarre. I mean, the chances of a plane crash are small enough, but to have a plane crash into a residential area is almost unheard of. I moved about 6 months ago, and my old house is less than 2 miles from the area, I used to drive by there almost daily. I can’t tell you how many times we parked at the end of the runway, watching the planes come and go overhead. Not once did I ever think something like this could ever happen here, so close to home.

Never take for granted what you have, it can all be taken away in the blink of an eye. Show the people you care about you love them every second of every day. Don’t let yourself be consumed by the small stuff, it really isn’t important in the long run.

So, that’s what was on my mind this morning. Hopefully I’ll be back with some happier thoughts later!! Please everyone, say a quick prayer for the families.

Sending X’s and O’s….

(Photo from WTNH website)