Facebook has for some time been home to the Costa Concordia Survivors' Friends Page that was put together as an open group for anyone to participate in telling their story, giving sympathy or to express their feelings towards family or friends who fell victim to this tragedy.
It is a warm sentiment and positive gesture in enabling people to share grief and express their thoughts. Though it is naturally sad, there seems to be something very comforting in sharing thoughts and experiences with kind words.
Today, there are currently, 2450 members (as of 9 October 2013) and the numbers are still growing. Some of the sentiments are loving touches of what people would like to do; for example, Rossano Bonacchi, would like to arrange for a street to be dedicated for his friend, Guiseppe. Those who would like to sign the petition to help make this possible, go to: www.petizionepubblica.it
As of May 27, 2012, Kevin RobelloRussel is still waiting to hear news of his brother, the only person unaccounted for. People in the group are giving Kevin confidence to keep strong and that news will come.
There are many sections to this group such as photos, videos, news and information that is shared among those who are keeping in touch with all developing news stories. People from all over the world are signing up; you will find languages spoken such as; Italian, Spanish, English and more who are giving the group support. Facebook does have translation ability, though it is not perfect, at least you can get the jest of what is being written and explained.
To view this site and to join the group, go to this link on facebook.com
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