As Abel Ortiz followed the evening news about the horrific killing of 21 of his fellow Uvalde, Texas residents nearly a year ago, he knew that he would have to do something.
Beautifully done and inspirational....the usual response is emotional and helplessness when children are victimized needlessly...remembering them is a consolation while the artwork gives them life once again...
There have been too many massacres at schools. This one felt different. The children looked like me and their families were like mine. It wasn’t enough to get angry again and do nothing. Looked for a way to help and luckily I was able to contribute on the efforts to fund the project. Learned a lot, met some real gente. A sadness continues as a result of the needless, mindless loss of 21 people.
Thank you for this gentle tribute. Recognition of the tragedy and the trauma their families continue to experience is required from all of us. I will never forget Uvalde's children - nor forgive Texas politicians for their deliberate choices in refusing to legislate control dangerous weapons.
Beautifully done and inspirational....the usual response is emotional and helplessness when children are victimized needlessly...remembering them is a consolation while the artwork gives them life once again...
There have been too many massacres at schools. This one felt different. The children looked like me and their families were like mine. It wasn’t enough to get angry again and do nothing. Looked for a way to help and luckily I was able to contribute on the efforts to fund the project. Learned a lot, met some real gente. A sadness continues as a result of the needless, mindless loss of 21 people.
Thank you for this gentle tribute. Recognition of the tragedy and the trauma their families continue to experience is required from all of us. I will never forget Uvalde's children - nor forgive Texas politicians for their deliberate choices in refusing to legislate control dangerous weapons.