Thursday, May 22, 2008

IN INNOCENT BLOOD

Dear Spike:

Seven thoughts I'd like to share with you in the week before your first birthday,

3) Measured in innocent blood, nothing separates just war from genocide.

Love,
dad

4 comments:

Dennis said...

That's, um, heavy.

Anonymous said...

I hope to see pictures of Spike's first birthday!

Anonymous said...

Thank you for that ! It can't be more clear.

Dana said...

Matt-

An interesting comment, and if you'll indulge me...

I'd argue that "measured in innocent blood," just war at times might even cost more than genocide-a question of scale, perhaps.

But of course if one considers a war "just", there are clearly additional measures to be taken. And while you know I'm not a big fan of getting shot at, I do believe there are things worth fighting for.

Happy Birthday, Spike!

Cheers,
Dana