Quote by James Belushi

Accidents happen, whether they're car accidents, friendly fire, drug overdoses. Accidents happen, and they're tragic. It's like a bomb that goes off and pieces of shrapnel rip into the flesh of the family. It's the families that need the compassion, because everywhere they walk, every day, someone reminds them of their loss.

Accidents happen, whether they're car accidents, friendly fi

Summary

This quote highlights the inevitability and tragic nature of accidents in different forms such as car accidents, friendly fire, or drug overdoses. It compares the impact of these accidents on families to a bomb explosion, which symbolizes the emotional and physical pain inflicted upon them. The quote emphasizes the importance of showing compassion towards these grieving families, recognizing that they constantly face reminders of their loss wherever they go.

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