Agreed, I'm shocked at the venom of some people blaming her. I would think most of it coming from people who had never been 18 year old girls who hadn't yet been exposed to the creeps of the world. Most of us end up with minor regrets. After trying to follow this story we should be grateful that's what we have.
I will say I'm more than a little bothered that it seems acceptable to go and drink with the attitude of "what happens in aruba stays in aruba". If it's against the rules at home, why was it winked at for a trip without parental attendance. (And don't give me the "18 year olds are adults) Not the one's that just turned, and I can't imagine they know how to handle their alcohol at that age) I don't understand how no one stays behind did everyone really get on the plane to come home?
I'm in my mid thirties with a very young toddler, and was discussing this with my mom. I said no way will my daughter go out of the country without me with her at that age. My parent's wouldn't let me go to Jamiaca on a Summer 'mission' trip with my youth group. I understand why now.
But I'm rambling, I would think the venom I see about her (not to mention to other posters on here), would be energy much better spent, earnestly praying for her, or at least her family and friends.
Yep, what you said. Poor kid.