Today I learned of a terrorist attack on France. More than a hundred people lost their lives (they are not currently sure of the count). This saddens me greatly that our world is a place where people can needlessly and cruelly kill others. I pray for each and every single one of those people that lost their lives and all of their friends, family, city, and country that will be mourning their loss. It is a horrible feeling to know that your country and home has been violated and attacked in such a horrible and destructive way. Americans everywhere should be mourning this loss for our allies. We know better than most how devastating a terrorist attack can be and how long the remnants of the attack can be felt. Every year we remember our citizens and heroes that were lost due to anger and hatred.
Many have flocked to social media in this aftermath to send condolences, support, and love to France and all of her citizens. Some have flocked to simply spread more hatred, anger, lies, and fear. I can not believe some of the comments I have read. Why? Why in a time that is called for love do so many choose to hate? It does not make sense to me. Maybe I am just too optimistic and ask too much of us.
France I feel and mourn your loss and I apologize for those few of us Americans who are driven by anger or fear instead of love. Forgive them and know that I believe the majority of us our heartbroken by this. People are people. Love is love. Vive la France!
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