NHS TEENS 11100908 wrote on Oct 19, 2009 8:48 AM:

" We know Valerie, we knew Sofia... So it compels my friends and I to agree with these previous comments. Lately it seems like we've been reliving the death of Sofia and not really healing much at all. Reading these stories is a constant reminder of her passing, not her memory. It is just making it more difficult to grasp that she is gone thus furthering our ability to understand that her death is not in vain. We can all learn from this. We can learn that fun isn't always worth it, that drinking isn't so cool, that disobeying our parents and lying to those who care for us just to get our way isn't all that important. What we've been trying to gain from this is that maybe, that Friday night party across the line isn't so necessary. Maybe we don't have to go out every Saturday to a senseless beer fest. We've all been trying to think differently and maturely and see that even the most innocent of teens among us can be hurt by the reckless stupidity of her peers. So in order to keep on the positive road, in order to sleep at night knowing that Sofia's death has taught us to appreciate our parents scolding over not going out, how about stopping the repetitiveness of these letters... and instead giving us something good to look forward to? I only ask that the parents who suffered this tragedy consider this plea. And help us... don't further the struggle of coping with the pain, end it, and further her memory. "




HealinPeace wrote on Oct 15, 2009 6:00 PM:

" I do not doubt you love your children, but it seems as if though you forget about the loved ones that are alive. Its your daughters day and even though the pain is unbearable your daughter still needs you. Also, please keep in mind that we need to let Sofia rest in peace. What you write in newspaper should be spoken with a priest, counselor, family, etc. Not to be rude, but we the readers have given our opinions and support and what we got back was a ":How dare we". If you wish not to hear our words, please speak with a professional (from faith, medical, etc) The community hasnt forgotten about Sofia, but please dont forget about your loved ones who ARE alive and with you every day. "




ERA wrote on Oct 14, 2009 9:46 PM:

" I agree with letusheal, and no name. And, I would like to add that the mother, sister, and step=father are not the only family members who are grieving this huge loss. There are multiple families, and let us not forget that her father is hurting as well, he's just not posting his feelings on these blogs.

We are very sadenned by your loss, but it is yet worse to sadden a whole community. Only prayer, counseling, and strength will get you through. Please, stop posting these messages. We are all aware at what tens wih guns can do, and we also know how much you hurt - not to your extent, but we do.

May all prayers be with you and your recovery a a family. god bless! "




letusheal wrote on Oct 13, 2009 1:06 PM:

" First I mean no disrespect to the parents and family of Sofia. It is time to let this community heal, stop printing these letters. I do not want to hear about this mothers pain anymore. If this mom needs to vent by writing about her pain, maybe she should get a twitter account. Then those that want to continue hearing about this loss can follow her there. For the rest of us, lets just move as more responsible parents and more knowledgable teenagers. Remember, playing with guns can lead to death, underage drinking is not o.k. and always ask where your teeangers are going and with whom. "




noname wrote on Oct 13, 2009 11:48 AM:

" I think its time for this family to let Sofia rest in peace. Get grief counseling please. This newspaper needs to stop printing these letters and let the community heal as well. Time to lay this story to rest. "




a concerned citizen wrote on Oct 13, 2009 12:31 AM:

" I am concerned that our newspaper is setting an unfortunate precedent is being set; is it a good idea to print every letter from a clearly depressed individual? Is it helping our community recover? Must the children relive the event every time the see the newspaper? You are encouraging an entire community to stop growing, to dwell on this tragedy and to become dangerously depressed. Someone needs to call a psychiatrist and a doctor to assist in clarifying and ameliorating the damage that is being done to our community. Not everything you receive should be published. Depression is a serious condition. You have a social responsibility to help Perla recover so Sofia and the rest of the community can rest in peace. "




noimporta wrote on Oct 12, 2009 11:57 PM:

" Yo creo que nunca va descansar en paz Sophia. Lo lamento por ella. No la dejan ir en paz. "




jpg wrote on Oct 12, 2009 12:40 AM:

" me muero por hablar contigo y estas en nuestros pensamientos y oraciones siempre desde el primer dia sabes quien soy jpg "




JPG wrote on Oct 7, 2009 9:20 PM:

" Perla, Estan en nuestros pensamientos y oraciones siempre. "




Vanessa wrote on Oct 7, 2009 3:08 PM:

" Perla my heart and prayers go out to you, Valeria and Billy. I know this day was bittersweet for you because of wanting to celebrate Valerie's birthday fully but it was also excruciating having to relive the dreadful day Sophia was taken from you. I cannot pretend to relate to your emotions, because I can only see or hear them. But I can comprehend that the worse experience a mother can live is losing the most precious thing in life “a child”. It is agonizing to read, hear and see you going through this. Know that you are to Valeria and were to Sophia a loving, thoughtful, caring and wonderful mother. The prayers, therapy and support are helping you get through it, not over it; as that is impossible. There is not much more I can voice, that I have not done so before, except I am with you every step of the way. God Bless you and may he give you patience, consolation and peace. "




ERA wrote on Oct 7, 2009 12:09 PM:

" It hurts to read every month that this mother writes about her pain. We all support you as a community, and are with you in this time of difficult memories.
I truly hope and pray that you find help for you ans your family, especially your daughter since she's still very young. There is nothing wrong with celebrating another year of life for Valeria, she needs it, as much as you do.
You cannot stop your lives becuase of this dreadful tragedy. "Remember me, but let me go" is a beautiful poem, which will remind you of your daughter in a less painful way.
Find a church, a priest/pastor, community outreach programs, and counseling will really help. It will not bring anyone back, but it will help you move on. Please consider this.
You will be amazed with how much faith and will can do. There are many others that need you, and you need them too. "




Birthday Blessings for Valeria wrote on Oct 6, 2009 3:52 PM:

" Not only should teenagers be kept away from weapons, so should adults who believe they look cool having one, but do not consider being really, really important to keep it away from potential ignorant people. I do not agree with allowing citizens to bare arms in public, they are not carrying baby bottles with them. Weapons are not for irresponsible people.
Valeria, wishing you a happy birthday would be in vain, but I do wish you and your mother to get the message out, in reference to guns, where your advice will be valued and cause a change in people's mind. Have a blessed birthday and may your sister Sofia find peace in heaven soon. "




Andrea Lopez De La Garza wrote on Oct 6, 2009 11:40 AM:

" My heartfelt sentiments are extended to you and your family Perla. You daily rituals to your daughter are unbelievably heart wrenching. It most certainly is a difficult situtation, but your poise and sophistication may just be a learning tool for us adults and hope that teenagers will take heed. You all are in my prayers and hope that God brings a sense of comfort to you in all of your days to come. A blessed birthday to your daughter Valeria. Hugs from Laredo, Texas "

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