Moms Talk: The Casey Anthony Trial

Monday's TV news and talk shows were dominated by the acquittal of Florida mother Casey Anthony on the charges of first-degree murder, aggravated child abuse and aggravated manslaughter in the death of her daughter, Caylee Anthony, in 2008.

It was cold comfort to those convinced of her guilt that Anthony was convicted of four counts of misleading law enforcement. She is to be sentenced on those charges Thursday and, because she has been in jail since her 2008 arrest, may go free with time served.

Shock and anger were the dominant emotions in post-trial talk shows, led by the sensationalizer-in-chief Nancy Grace.

The trial is over. The court of public opinion is still in session.

Many parents found themselves following the case over the last few years.

Let's talk about a parent's view of the Casey Anthony trial, crime and punishment. Did you follow it closely, or even occasionally? Was your Facebook page filled with friends' "tributes" to Caylee, or urgings to turn on your porch light Tuesday night to honor the girl?

Having children can change how you view the world. Do you find yourself becoming quicker to judge, or more empathetic, or sometimes both? Have your views on crime and the law changed?

Talk amongst yourselves in the comments.

Joining us, as always, is our wonderful Moms Council:

 is our parenting columnist. Julie, a longtime reporter and communications professional, is a first-time mom of a son born in November.

 works in public relations. She and husband Timothy have a daughter, Amara. Monina is also a member of the Disney Moms Panel, one of 15 moms selected nationwide, advising people online about planning Disney vacations.

 is a mom of three children ages 6 and under with her husband, Bill, and they are expecting their fourth child in early 2012. She also works part-time.

 is a native of New Jersey. She is a marketing professional who has worked in advertising, market research, vending and equipment companies. She and her husband live in Avon with their two children.

 is a mom to a Girl Scout and lives in Avon.

 is president of Avon Early Childhood PTA. She will also be blogging for Avon Patch. If you're a parent and want to share your experiences raising children in Avon, you, too, can .