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This is the cover to Karen Sexton's 2nd Grade Class Book of Condolences from Lindley Elementary School. It has a drawing of the Earth with people standing around the edge. The title of the book of condolences is "'Changing the World' in memory of…

Anonymous sympathy card with 3D stickers on front and inside. Front of card says, “Sometimes one pivotal moment or event will bring a community TOGETHER.” Inside of card says, “TODAY WE ARE ALL HOKIES”.

Sympathy card contains a drawing of the HokieBird as a phoenix rising out of ashes over the date "4.16.07" next to what is presumably the artist's signature [illegible]. Next to the head of the HokieBird are the words, "We will carry them with us,…

Card, possibly orginally from floral bouquet, that says "All love, sympathy and support. To all of us who have been effected [sic] by the tragedy / From- Demeter, California"

A sympathy card from an anonymous writer with the following quotes: “As I searched for meaning in what happened, I finally found it. I found it in the incredible poise, control, and togetherness by the Virginia Tech family. ”The true character…

Sympathy card with message from a member of the [Virginia Tech?] class of 1983 with ribbons and drawings.

Handwritten on the front of the card is, "I pray that the Lord Jesus chist [sic] will bless you and be kind to you[.] May God [bless?] you with his love and may the Holy Spirit [heals?]" The back of the card has a green butterfly with the handwritten…

Star-shaped sympathy card that says "We Are thinking of You!"

Red, handwritten sympathy card with an anonymous group posing in VT colors and handwritten comments on the inside. The front page includes the statement "Today We Are All Hokies", undated

Photograph of a driveway with Hokie Bird prints going up and a black mourning ribbon under the VT symbol, undated

A handwritten note from Nicky Rivera expressing condolences. They write to keep holding on and sends much love and support. It has drawing on hearts and stars on the border of the note.

A handwritten note from Maria Flores sending condolences to those who were affected. It has a drawing on a rose in the middle of the page and a heart drawn around her words.

A green card with a drawing of a heart, crowned with a halo, with wings in the background, and the number "32" on the front. The drawing is over the words "Rest in Peace" and date "4-16-07". "Michigan '07" is written below, presumably the place and…

Sympathy card from anonymous child with drawing of a person at a pool, encouraging people to think happy thoughts to feel better

Anonymous handwritten note "Dear VA Tech, My heart is so very sad...", written on a notepad with a cherry border, red outline, and cornucopia at the bottom, signed M. C., and dated April 20, 2007

Anonymous handwritten note written on construction paper, expressing sympathy, "The courage + bravery that you all show...", and red hearts drawn across the paper, undated

Anonymous handwritten note that says "Tears, Sympathy, Concern, Blessings, Hope...", on standard greeting card with scene from Glacier Park, undated

Anonymous handwritten note that says "Peace" with peace sign drawing, undated

Anonymous handwritten note divided into four quadrants, one of which includes John 3:16 of the New Testament, with color heart drawings expressing sympathy, undated

Anonymous handwritten note on lined paper expressing sympathy, "Dear Virginia Tech community!...", undated

Anonymous handwritten note on purple paper expressing sympathy with foam flower and leaf stickers from "Your friends in Delaware", undated

Anonymous handwritten note expressing sympathy toward Virginia Tech students, with a colored marker drawing of a person that is saying "I hope you feel better", dated April 24, 2007

Anonymous card with a cross and HokieBird on one side and a VT on the other side with the words, "Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, May looking bac in memory help comfort you tomorrow."

Anonymous card with a cross in front of a sunset and mountains on one side and a HokieBird on the other side with the words, "Death Leaves A Heartache NO [sic] One Can Heal. Love Leave [sic] A Memory No One Can Steal."

Anonymous handwritten note that says "May you have peace that passes all understanding", undated

An anonymous handwritten yellow letter by a student from Ellison High School, stating "With Time things will get easier."

An anonymous handwritten blue letter by a student from, expressing sympathy and sorrow for Virginia Tech. They are also sending love.

An anonymous handwritten letter by a student from Ellison High School, stating "our hearts are with you!"

An anonymous handwritten letter from a student at Sutherland Middle School. The cover has a cut out of VT logo. The inside has a positive message of hope and a drawing of the Hokie Bird.

An anonymous handwritten letter from a student at Sutherland Middle School. One side has two hand drawn VT and the message "We're thinking of you!" On the other side, there is a positive message of sympathy and condolences to VT and its students.

An anonymous handwritten letter from a student at St. Barnabas Catholic School. The letter is a prayer of remembrance for those who lost their lives. Under the message is a heart and peace sign.

An anonymous handwritten letter from a student at SMIC Private School. The cover has a statement of remembrance. The inside has a positive message about hope and love.

An anonymous handwritten letter from a student at Kingwood Township School. The cover has VT with a positive message next to it. The inside expresses sympathy and hope to VT students.

An anonymous handwritten letter from a student at Kingwood Township School. The letter has VT with a positive message about hope, faith, love, and courage next to it.

An anonymous handwritten green and blue letter from a student at John Kerr Elementary School. The letter has positive poem expressing sympathy to VT students.

An anonymous handwritten letter from a student at John Kerr Elementary School. The cover has drawing of a football and basketball next to "VT." The inside has a positive message that expresses sympathy to VT students, stating "Dear Hokies, Our…

An anonymous handwritten green letter by a student from Ellison High School, stating "Sorry for your loss!" It has hand drawn hearts on the side.

A handwritten letter from Caresse who expresses sympathy toward Virginia Tech. There is a Hokie Respect sticker at the top with hand drawn VT around it. There is alo god bless written on the sides, as well as, a note on the bottom stating, "Texas and…

A handwritten letter from Anthony who sends sympathy and condolences to the students, encouraging to keep learning and going to school.

A handwritten letter from Zedia Abell. The cover has the words "To: Virginia Tech" and a drawing of heart. The inside has a positive message and poem that expresses sympathy to VT students with a couple of hearts.

An handwritten letter from Yolonda Perez. The cover has a drawing of VT, colored in red surrounded an orange and red background. It also has the words "Go Hokies," at the top. The inside has a positive message of sympathy and condolences. Under the…

A handwritten letter from Won (Katie) from Seoul, Korea. The letter expresses sympathy to VT students across the sea.

An handwritten letter from William Pagan. The cover has a drawing of VT, colored in red surrounded an orange and red background. It also has the words "Go Hokies," at the top. The inside has a positive message of sympathy and condolences.

A handwritten letter from Vincent Mills. The cover has a drawing of a man, wearing Hokie gear and saying "I'm sorry." The inside has a positive message expressing sympathy to Virginia Tech students and hoping they are alright. It also has the words,…

A handwritten letter from Tanya. There is a positive message that states "I hope you feel better soon! We love you!"

An handwritten letter from Sydney. The cover is blank. The inside has heart cut outs and drawing of hearts everywhere.

A handwritten letter from Spencer K, Oakton High School. The letter expresses sympathy to the VT students, especially his brother who was a junior at the school. He expresses support for the university and hope for the students and their future.

A handwritten letter from Shawn Hatcher, a student at Spanishburg Elementary School. The cover is blank with words but is colorful. The inside has a positive message that expresses sympathy to VT students. The inside also has drawing of the Hokie…

A handwritten letter from Scott Russell Hoerman. The cover has a big VT drawn on it with stripes. The inside expresses sympathy and condolences to VT students.

A handwritten letter from Savannah Vincent. The cover has the words "Virginia Tech University, Hokies Rock." The inside repeats the phrases on the outside and has a drawing of the Hokie Bird.