We have waited for this day for a long time, yet it seems so inconsequential give the magnitude and impact they left behind for so many families. Sue and Rick Hayhow caused more hurt and pain than they could ever really pay for. They did so much more than steal money – they stole hopes and dreams and wishes - they stole time and memories and celebrations – they stole innocence and integrity and sincerity of the adoption experience. The sadness and devastation they caused has left permanent scares for many people that may never heal.
I am not angry – I am disappointed and saddened by their actions. Consumed with greed and preying on vulnerability – how much more pathetic can someone really be?
I wonder what they are feeling about everything that has happened. I wonder if they have any regrets (besides getting caught). I wonder if they even believe they did anything wrong. I wonder if they feel any compassion whatsoever. I wonder what they would say to me if I were face to face with them. I wonder...
3 comments:
So true, I hope it is open court and some of the families do attend so Sue and Rick can see the faces of at least a handful of people they hurt so deeply. The damage they have done to children, PAPs, Families and even the Adoption World can never be undone. I have moved on, tried to push all the negative to the past, but a big part of me still hopes that karma is a bitch.
Well put. The price attached to what they did was so much higher than money...their actions changed the trajectory of many lives.
I know....we all knew this day would come but I dont think we knew that our healing wounds would be reopened again having to relive that horrible day. I too am not angry or bitter and I have chosen to forgive them but it is still very painful
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