Boston Marathon aftermath

The last week has been quite a difficult one here in the Massachusetts. It has been quite an emotional ride which culminate with an arrest of one of the suspects after shutting down most of Metro Boston, one suspect dead, Officer Collier passing away, Officer Donohue fighting for his life, and a whole lot of healing to be done everywhere. I have been through a slew of emotions, from sadness, to anger, to surprise, to upset, to happy and I am not sure how I am feeling right now so instead of processing these emotions right now, I figured I'd practice my Buddhist beliefs and write what I am thankful for today. I can let you know about my other feelings in another blog entry.
I am grateful for all law enforcement involved, from Boston PD, to the FBI, to the Mass State Police, to Transit Police, to MIT Police, to the ATF, to Homeland Security, to Watertown Police, to Cambridge Police, to the hundreds of officers called in from all over New England. These guys are never truly recognized for all their dedication and the danger they face daily. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
To the first responders, EMT and Firefighters particularly, not only for their quick response on Marathon day but with the police officers injured during the firefights. A messy, stressful job that also does not get the recognition they deserve.
To the Marathon volunteers, especially those who reacted by going towards the injured and being so selfless in a dangerous situation. Not only did they give their time to volunteer, they gave more than ever expected.
To the military personnel, especially the National Guard, who responded quickly and efficiently to a quick call up. Don't forget those who ran the Marathon and stayed around and were called into duty with no preparation.
To the people of Metro Boston who listened to the direction to "shelter in place". From a state where we usually question authority, everyone was conscientious of this order.
To all hospital workers at Beth Israel, Mass General, Brigham and Women, Mt.Auburn, Children's Hospital,  your exceptional service to the injured all around saved lives and made people feel taken care of. How comforting we have the best hospitals in the world right here?
To all those who did not react in fear, and kept going about their lives in the aftermath, you embedded the spirit of America. Never live in fear, be strong, be brave.
To Governor Patrick and President Obama. They said they were going to give all the resources law enforcement needed to get to the bottom of this, and they did. Never wavered.
To local sports teams who offered some sense of normalcy to the area. The tributes have been emotional but also helped start the healing. Singing the national anthem, giving their jerseys to the first responders, Neil Diamond singing, and Big Papi reminding us that "This is our fucking city".
To all the grief, CISM, and Red Cross responders. We will never realize how much you helped. Just remember to take care of yourself too.
To the Lenox hotel who put up all police officers, firefighters, agents who responded to Boston this week for free. It is nice to know some businesses aren't always about the bottom line and take care of those who take care of us.
I may have forgotten people, and for that, I apologize in advance. Thank you to all from a grateful Canadian who calls Boston home.