SpokaneFāVS Coverage of religion, spirituality and ethics in the Spokane, Wash. area

The desperate sobbing of 10 Central American children, separated from their parents one day last week by immigration authorities at the border, makes for excruciating listening.

Across the country, there are thousands — if not millions — of children being ripped away from their parents because they dared to seek asylum in our country.

All should cherish their loved ones while still alive, lest this be your only chance to do so.