Branson/Tablerock Lake/Tragedy

[sourdough]

Most of you have seen this I assume;

A Ride the Ducks amphibious vehicle was swamped and sunk yesterday on Tablerock at Branson, MO. 31 on board, 17 died, 9 of 11 folks of one family.

Tablerock is one of my most favorite lakes, maybe the favorite, since I first visited in 1972. It is beautiful, fun and has great fishing and boating offerings. I have been on it many, many times. I've taken the Ducks several times with my family, grandkids etc. When on a boat always went by the Branson Bell (which we have taken as well) with family so they could see it. The Ducks always sort of circled it while they told you "stuff". Took my grandson there for his graduation and did the Ducks and the parasailing "adventure" from the state park.

I watched the video of the struggling Ducks, and the unfortunate one eventually submerging, many times today. It makes me literally sick. It also fills me with gratitude that I've never experienced that kind of thing with my family. I think of what could happen but yet you can't let those thoughts keep you from living. I think of them driving down the road, entering the water with the guide saying "quack it up" and then this.

I actually have no idea why I'm putting this on this forum except it's a popular spot for us RVrs, many of us have been there and probably have experienced the Ducks and Tablerock. I feel profound grief that this happened to those folks. I have, and will be, sending my prayers for all those affected. I would encourage other members to do the same. Sorry for the post but it seemed like I should do it.