This horrible domestic drama is almost a metaphor for modern America.
We have a married couple who rapidly amassed wealth and status; accessorized with the requisite number of children, presenting the perfect “American Success Story”.
Over the course of a few years, the loss of a son and Elizabeth’s cancer diagnosis must have sent the Edwards into a tailspin of grief.
Sadly, it seems, the tragedies did not bind them together. So what were the influences and motivations that plunged these people into self-destruction and narcissism? What could have prevented this debasement? Did they even consider the harmful effects to their children and each other?
Sadly, we have all witnessed similar destruction caused by adultery and immorality - in our own families and friends. The difference being that the National Enquirer has not printed all the gory details.
Time for John and Elizabeth Edwards to grow up, think of their children, get better advice and go into seclusion. A church might be a good place to start.