I'm impressed with the Colombian government and military who successfully rescued these hostages. Apparently approximately 700 people are being held hostage, an appalling fact. Hopefully more of them will be rescued also. My heart goes out to the families of these people; the waiting and uncertainty must be excruciating.

Ingrid

I had a friend in school who escaped with her parents from Iran, but her brother could not escape with them and is still there. It is very sad. How I wish it could be peaceful there. They say Persia was once one of the most beautiful places on earth. I was told that Baghdad means rose garden and I wish it could be a place of beauty and happiness again. I am glad the hostages are free to be with their loved ones. Peace and Roses to all! Kitty

What an amazing rescue-------I'm happy for the families and the men.
I always loved the name "Persia"----as a little girl I remember Persian rugs and it is such a nice word to say.----I never knew Baghdad meant rose garden.

Florence

I just bought a boxed "Welcome Home" J&P rose from my local nursery - they had them under a shade cloth canopy and they look quite nice. I couldn't resist, given the release of the hostages.

I think I have taped Ingrid's interview with Larry King, and am looking forward to watching it. I saw part of an interview with the three men, and was again struck with the horror of what happened to them. And there are at least 700 more!

I wish the best for all these people and their families. (I will not go on and on here on this post, but my heart is not forgetting others who are also suffering.)

Sammy