Never forget to say "I Love You"

In the US, we have gone through another day of completely senseless tragedy.

Today, in the little town of Newton, Connecticut, a 20-year old boy opened fire in an elementary school classroom killing 20 kindergarten children and 6 adults including himself and his mother (not on scene).

I have to ask myself why? How does this make any sense?

Little children anxious to go on Christmas break, waiting to see what their parents bought them, ready to rip open presents under the tree. Simply gone. Without any rhyme or reason.

The world that we live in has changed so dramatically. Ten, maybe twenty years ago, we worried about strangers kidnapping kids. Now we have to question if even the most innocent lives are safe in a place we thought they were the most safest in.

We get so caught up in our lives, the day to day grind. Or studying. Or even going gaga over the latest scandal over a star, tweeting their adoration. Do we even take a look around at who matters the most to us?

I bet those that rushed off without hugging their brother or sister, parents that promised to take their kids somewhere nice after school was done, or not even taking the time to say simple words of endearment, are looking back with regret.

What I'm trying to say is always remember to take a step back and remind yourself of your priorities. Cherish your memories with each other, whether it be a sibling, spouse, parents or children. And tell them, nay, show them, how much you love them. Someone else may take the opportunity away from you.

FT Island's "I Wish" Concert Teaser

I was surfing the net for updates on FT Island and found this clip that their agency, FNC, released on the group's YouTube channel.

The clip is footage of the group performing a bit of their new song, "I Wish", at their concert either September 1st or 2nd. (Video credit to FNC and FT Island. Video from FT Island's YouTube channel)

I'm watching this clip, and I'm thinking, boy, you take out the girl in the video and it's a totally different look. Well, that and the fact they are all sweaty and not really acting that is. *fangirly squealing*

Hong Ki, of course, is utilizing his hands and (omg) dancing?! He does a kind of cha cha (or is it salsa?) in place. It's very cute, but umm, sorry Hong Ki. Like you better singing and acting than dancing. And thank goodness you fixed your horns, I mean hair. And you nixed the head band! Woot woot!

The rest of the group looks awesome, exhausted, yet radiantly happy to be performing in front of their fans. Excited to showcase their new music.

Min Hwan powerfully strikes the drums and hats (how many does that guy need?), Jae Jin plucks his bass (and I must say looks a heck of a lot older than in recent months. Must be the hair.) Seung Hyun smiles at the fans his wide teethy smile, while Jong Hoon rocks out on his guitar proudly showing off his muscles.

Rock on FT Island, rock on...