Panic…destruction…carnage…barbarity…butchery…tears and blood from several attacks on young people enjoying themselves on a Friday night in the 11e arrondissement in Paris.
Massacres in Bagdad and Beirut. Innocent individuals who are paying the ultimate price for the madness of certain individuals. Where is justice? I fear it is disorder and disharmony that lies ahead.
As a French citizen, I am very touched by what has happened in my country. My heart bleeds for the families left behind who have lost a loved one. How do they reconcile themselves with this atrocity? How do they carry on livng? Where is justice? My heart is full of anger.
Love is NOT the word that springs to my mind at the moment.
Catherine, I share your anger at all that is wrong with these horrible attacks. I too, cannot begin to fathom the depth of grief that all those friends and families are left to process. It is ugly and such a travesty. And yet, I still believe that the only way through is with love. I thought this wonderful man said it so well…
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3322348/Father-wife-killed-Bataclan-gunmen-vows-not-hatred-says-17-month-old-son-insult-happiness-freedom-day-poignant-message.html
I am of two minds about writing about such events. I really do not like to give the perpetrators any publicity. On the other hand, when people are hurt, it is important to know how and why. The problem is the spreading of fear. You did this in a way that is not flashy or incendiary, and which shows a balanced picture, which I appreciate.
I believe Mandela was right.
Thanks Carol. I agree with your logic that we don’t want these people having any more airplay than is necessary.
And you’re so right about the spreading of fear. It is the virus that will kill us. I am so tired of the constant CNN/Fox/Media sale of fear. Fear sells and the media and right-wing politicians are doing the job for the terrorists with their consistent and non-stop fear-mongering and messages of hatred.
Colleen, I have just read the article. It brought tears to my eyes.
It’s such a beautiful tribute to his wife and oh my, what a lucky boy to have such a wise and loving father. Incredible strength and such integrity…
Panic…destruction…carnage…barbarity…butchery…tears and blood from several attacks on young people enjoying themselves on a Friday night in the 11e arrondissement in Paris.
Massacres in Bagdad and Beirut. Innocent individuals who are paying the ultimate price for the madness of certain individuals. Where is justice? I fear it is disorder and disharmony that lies ahead.
As a French citizen, I am very touched by what has happened in my country. My heart bleeds for the families left behind who have lost a loved one. How do they reconcile themselves with this atrocity? How do they carry on livng? Where is justice? My heart is full of anger.
Love is NOT the word that springs to my mind at the moment.
Catherine, I share your anger at all that is wrong with these horrible attacks. I too, cannot begin to fathom the depth of grief that all those friends and families are left to process. It is ugly and such a travesty. And yet, I still believe that the only way through is with love. I thought this wonderful man said it so well…
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3322348/Father-wife-killed-Bataclan-gunmen-vows-not-hatred-says-17-month-old-son-insult-happiness-freedom-day-poignant-message.html
I am of two minds about writing about such events. I really do not like to give the perpetrators any publicity. On the other hand, when people are hurt, it is important to know how and why. The problem is the spreading of fear. You did this in a way that is not flashy or incendiary, and which shows a balanced picture, which I appreciate.
I believe Mandela was right.
Thanks Carol. I agree with your logic that we don’t want these people having any more airplay than is necessary.
And you’re so right about the spreading of fear. It is the virus that will kill us. I am so tired of the constant CNN/Fox/Media sale of fear. Fear sells and the media and right-wing politicians are doing the job for the terrorists with their consistent and non-stop fear-mongering and messages of hatred.
Let Love Lead the Way…
Always, D. Dot. <3
Well said!