I'm so shocked and saddened....

[luvsterriers]

I don't want to say why I'm shocked and saddened on the boards since it's very detailed and I know children do read these boards. I'm just shocked at what happened to someone I know. Someone that truly inspired me. Someone that I admired. He....:(:confused:

If anyone wants to know, you can private message me and I will explain more.

Thanks

[SharonA]

Anna...I am so sorry that whatever happened happened. Remember that no one should be placed on a pedestal. We will all fall off for lack of room up there.

[luvsterriers]

Sharon

It's just awful to what happened in this situation. I couldn't sleep at all last night when I heard the news. What he did will ruin his career. :( :( :( :(

[dg2901]

Like mentioned, we'll all fall off that pedestal eventually. Some sooner than others.
Sounds like this person means a lot to you so I'd bet they'd benefit from any support you can offer.
Hopefully things work out for the best in this situation.

Wishing you well...
D

[icnmgrjill]

Have absolutely no idea what you're referring to. Please PM me details.

Jill

[ICNDonna]

Could you let me know as well. What happened?

Donna

[luvsterriers]

Jill and Donna

I Pm'ed you both about what is going on with someone I know. I just am in total shock. I looked up to him and still do. :( :( This has ruined his whole life. He is a pedophile:( :(

[luvsterriers]

My former piano professor is in jail with electronic solicitation and it is making me so sad! This man inspired me. :( I had an awful piano teacher my first year in college and then he came into the college and made me enjoy music again. I just can't get his mug shot out of my mind. I have no idea how long he will be behind bars. The charges are bad and the bond is so high. I'm sure the news is nationwide. It has been in news media in 3 different states. No more piano for him. :( I want to contact the college where he last taught to ask questions, but I don't think that would be ok. :( NEVER has anyone that I know of been in jail. The thought of a PHD behind bars is just so sad. :(

:confused::confused:

[ICNDonna]

I know it's very sad for you --- it's tough when you totally trust somebody and then find out they aren't trustworthy.

Sending gentle hugs,
Donna

[dg2901]

Anna---I pm'd you back.

Contacting the college wouldnt do any good as they wouldnt be allowed to discuss his case. And remember, everyone is innocent until proven guilty, even though its not looking too promising for this person at the moment.

its a stomach-turning feeling knowing people we trust, regardless of who they are, can venture down a not-no-nice road. Unfortunately it can happen to anyone.

Hang in there!
D

[luvsterriers]

Thanks all. He is still a man who inspired me and a mentor and a great friend. Dad told me to pray for him. Dad knows how much I liked this professor. I'm sure those of you who live in Florida (Tallahassee area) know who I am talking about. He's been on the news there. I just typed in his first and last name and there are so many articles about him. :( :( I know what he did is unlawful. I am just in shock. I want to know how long is his sentence, but I can't find that information yet.

[dg2901]

His sentencing wont come until after he is tried and convicted. Once that happens his sentence will be public record.

[ICNDonna]

Unfortunately, deviates don't have the information printed on their foreheads. They can seem like wonderful people.

:grouphug:
Donna

[luvsterriers]

Right now he's at a county detention center in Kansas. What is a detention center anyways? He's around other inmates who have done far worse crimes than him then...:confused:

[dg2901]

Detention center is just another word for jail. Unless an inmate is on suicide watch or is immediate danger from another inmate they are in with the general population and usually have a cellmate.

[Bekah79]

Anna, I am sorry that this man has dissapointed you. Those kind of situations are very sad for everyone involved. I will pray for you and all parties involved:pray:

[luvsterriers]

It definitely is the most shocking thing that has happened. Someone that I personally know is in the criminal system. For how long? No information on how long he will be behind bars. The only articles I can find are dated May 8th. Maybe it's an on going investigation or they don't want the public to know? But some of his students from the past are shocked just like I am. But I think I'm taking it really hard. I cried and cried when I heard the news. I want to talk to someone professionaly. At least I am busy at work. I have this huge project that is due COB Monday. So this work is keeping me busy and the day goes by fast.

[SharonA]

I am so very sorry that you are going through something like this. I believe seeing someone is a good idea. You need to talk all this out with someone who is trained at this sort of thing. I totally understand just how painful it can be to learn that someone you trusted and respected may not to be the person you thought they were. It is a difficult thing to go through. I have been through it, myself. No...I'm not going to give any facts on it, but I wanted you to know that I do understand and tell you that it is possible to get through and past it.

Another thought...Have you considered that he is not guilty of what he has been accused of doing? Remember that, in this country, we are innocent until proven guilty. Just because someone is charged with a crime does not mean that the person actually did the crime.

Sending you (((hugs)))...

[VickiB]

Another thought...Have you considered that he is not guilty of what he has been accused of doing? Remember that, in this country, we are innocent until proven guilty. Just because someone is charged with a crime does not mean that the person actually did the crime.

So true! It seems especially common when pedophile or child porn is involved. I know in my area there have been several times people have been arrested, charged, dragged through the mud by the press and gossip mongers, and in the end it was all a mistake.

I have to say give the professor the opportunity to defend himself against these charges before passing judgment!

Vicki

[luvsterriers]

Unless the victim is really a police officer? I don't know how the police in Florida found the evidence. Unless my professor was using the internet at public places. I feel awful! Plus it's almost Father's Day. This is the first Father's Day without my grandfather. He passed away in Nov 2008. Very emotional right now because of all the things. Then a month after my grandfather's death, a 35 year old married woman and mother of 2 young girls passed away. She sang in the church choir. I feel bad for her two girls. The oldest is 3 years old, and the youngest is almost a year old. The youngest never said "I love you Mommy", and have her mommy say I love you back. It breaks my heart! I'm so sensitive! I'm grieving over someone who isn't even related to me and I'm not even her friend. But yet her loss is so sad! :( :( But missing my grandfather the most right now being that it's close to Father's Day. I found a beautiful Father's Day card for a grandfather. I almost bought it thinking to give it to my grandfather. :(

[ICNDonna]

Just a suggestion, but one thing you might do is to start a little notebook with memories about your grandfather --- just write down the happy memories --- somewhere you went to together, a memory of a story he told, things he said. You can add to it when you are thinking about him. And take a moment today to feel grateful that he has been a part of your life and thankful for wonderful memories.

:grouphug:
Donna

[luvsterriers]

That's a good idea, Donna. :)

My parents and I have lived in the Northern VA area since 1988. I still see the same eye doctor! His office is near the townhome we used to live in. So going by there brings back memories of my childhood. I miss my childhood. I didn't have IC and acid reflux disease. I was a healthy child till IC ruined me. :( My grandparents and I did a lot of walking around that area too.