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Flew To London

Guess who flew British Airways to London, from San Francisco yesterday?

His plane arrived safely, in fact it was the last plane to fly out of London (to Marseille,) before the Red Alert was put into action.

When I heard about the terrorism at the London airport, I felt myself transported in spirit to my husband’s side, I trusted he was okay…have you ever felt yourself go beyond the place were you stand? Have you ever felt your prayer answered, before you knew the actual response?

Guess who remains scared to fly and must do so in a few short weeks?

photo: The door with an eye, from an amazing shop in San Francisco called: Bell’occhio, that Ulla introduced me to….

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37 responses to “Flew To London”

  1. Christine Baier

    Hi Corey, glad you arrived London safely!!!! I also watched TV with all the message about the terrorism. It’s so inconceivably! And you have as always a good eye for taking photos!!! Great picture!
    Greetings from Germany

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  2. gracia

    Hi Corey,
    It’s a funny feeling, to feel as though you are in places other than just the one physical spot you are standing in.
    take care, gracia

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  3. susan@artstream

    hugs and hugs and more hugs corey…

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  4. cruststation

    That is one creepy shop! Hope your husband didn’t have too much trouble at the airport, flying can be a little daunting these days. May the peace of God be with you both.

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  5. madeleine

    there is definitely an inner sense which kicks in at times like these. when we are ‘given’ the answer even before the question is answered. your mind cannot fight it…it’s just an intuitive feeling which comes from the depths of us.
    so pleased all is ok.
    🙂

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  6. Shannon Lewis

    What a close call….
    I had that “transport” experience when Brendon was diagnosed. I’ll tell you about it sometime.
    Here’s to a safe flight home… 🙂

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  7. Cat

    These are scarry times, but it is best not to embrace a spirit of fear, but of peace and faith. I’m glad that the comfort of peace and faith filled your heart when your sweetie was flying yesterday. Blessings, Cat

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  8. Jeanne

    Big hugs……..
    I pray for all those travelling now including my son who is due to land in North America again next week.
    I pray for everyone.
    What the world needs now is love sweet love and many prayers.
    Love you darling one
    Jeanne

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  9. susanna

    I’m glad that your French Husband returned to England/France safely. I will never understand the mentality of the people behind the plots but I am very grateful for the people who put their lives on the line for the safety of others on a daily basis. Three cheers for Scotland Yard, Interpol and every other law enforcement officers in the UK!

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  10. ParisBreakfasts

    That picture is so surreal as is this horrid situation we’re in…Very glad the man made it back safely. I’m sure you will to. We’re all rooting for you Corey 🙂

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  11. snowsparkle

    i’m so grateful that yann made it safely home. the hours waiting to hear from him must have been terrifying for you. i used to be very afraid to fly too so i sympathize with you. i will keep a good thought for you and your family for your safe return home.

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  12. diana

    Hugs from me too Corey… I wrote about the same thing today.

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  13. heidi

    i have had that experience many times, but only in regards to my husband.
    oh the loveley ladies at bell’occio. if you haven’t also discovered tail of the yak and addison endpapaers, both in berkeley, and a bit of a drive from there is wendy addison’s theatre of dreams. they are an inspiring bunch and every year for the past 15 i have stopped in to soak up their wonder. my sisters and i call them the chic mafia – affectionately.

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  14. heidi

    flying is such an unnatural thing, but necessary if you want to see this beautiful world and far away friends and family.
    {{{hugs}}} to you all for a safe and happy return home.

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  15. Star

    My brother was to have been in India this week and coming home tomorrow but his passport did not come back in time to get the Indian visa stamped so he is still home…and I was SO GRATEFUL.
    I’m so glad Yann is alright; your heart must have been in your throat. Wishing you smooth flying when you make the journey in a few weeks.

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  16. Ulla

    Corey! What a lovely few hours we had… I only wish they were longer and more frequent. I am so happy to hear that Yann made it through before Code Red! What a relief for you. I hope I didn’t set you into panic mode – that wasn’t my intention… I am sending you hugs, kisses and prayers. Until next time…!!!

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  17. Astrid

    Yes I had. When my son was deployed to Iraq at the very beginning of the war, I didn’t know how to cope with the tremendous pain in my heart. On one of the first nights after he was gone, I was meditating, and suddenly, I had a very clear vision of his return. We were all partying, smiling and hugging him. At that precise moment I knew, deep in my heart, that he was going to be Ok. He is, and he is with me now.

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  18. josephine

    Thank all that is good that he and everyone else are ok.
    So much darkness, makes your light ever brighter.
    I will be praying for your safety, dearest friend.

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  19. Paris Parfait

    Corey, am glad to hear Yann made it home without incident. It’s probably safer now for you to fly to France than it was when you flew to the US – because of the increased security. But if you’re going through London, you’ll need to be aware of the security restrictions involving hand luggage. Bonne chance et bonne courage, mon ami!

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  20. Mrs. Staggs

    I’m so grateful that Yann and everyone who traveled yesterday arrived safely. I have no words for your fears Corey, but I know there are many who will be holding a good thought for your safe return to France. xoxo

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  21. annieelf

    Oh Corey, that shop is to die for. I’ve bookmarked it for a visit at some future date when I am in the city.
    Thank God Yann and all travelers arrived safely at their destinations and I know that you will as well.
    Blessings,
    Annie

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  22. Kristen Robinson

    I am so gald Yann is home safely…it is a very tense time for sure I am anxious for Travis (dh) to come home from Europe 4 more weeks and I can breathe a sigh of relief.
    I will keep you in my thoughts as you plan to travel in a few weeks I know it is safer now than perhaps even yesterday however I understand your feelings.
    My Best-
    Kristen

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  23. Amber

    Oh man! I am so happy he made it without any trouble. YUCK! I sure hope you and the kids make it all okay, too. Are you flying through London?
    🙂

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  24. lauren

    You’ll be fine. You’ll be fine. You’ll be fine. Yann is home waiting for you and you will see him there soon!
    It sounds like Ulla showed you some wonderful places. Sorry I missed it. Enjoy your last bits of time here in the states.
    lauren

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  25. Kerstin

    So glad to hear that your husband made it back home safely. Your intuition is wonderful, I wish I could feel that, mine is usually clouded by fears and I have often had a feeling of dread in my stomach when I knew my husband was flying. I am not sure how to move past that, and into a place of greater connection and clarity?
    Having said this I have no doubt that you will be absolutely fine when you are flying back. It remains the safest way to travel, there actually have been less air accidents since 9/11 than before, largely due to increased security and also better aircraft technology.
    My friend Astrid, a keen traveller, always says: “Rather than fear that my plane will be the one to go down I think, why should it be mine? The odds are in my favor, not against it”.
    Wishing you safe travels, the odds are in your favor, too.
    Take care, Kerstin

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  26. endment

    Glad all is well!

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  27. judypatooote

    I’ll bet your heart did skip a few beats when you heard about the alert, since hubby was flying…. I’ll bet you’ll be glad to get home…..just have a little nippy poo before you get on the plane…lol

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  28. julie

    I am soooooo relieved to know your husband is okay…thoughts and prayers for your safe flight as well!!!!

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  29. gracie

    Thankfulness and relief for you…
    Don’t worry about tomorrow – God’s already there.

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  30. lindaharre

    OMG….I hope you were not aware of what was going on…..I would have had a heart attack! SOOOOO Glad he arrived safely!

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  31. berrie

    I’m so glad yann made it home without incident;o) and you will too! don’t worry your head about something that is out of your control…sending my prayers for your safe travels! xoxoxo

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  32. anne

    Having had four kids and some crazy accidents/illnesses… oh yes, I know the feeling all too well!

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  33. Colette

    Yes, I know exactly what you mean. Always trust your intuition.
    xoxo

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  34. homemakerang

    glad your hubby is well… I probably will never be able to fly again, was nervous before but this terror stuff is well, just to much for me…. better get some tranquilizers or something… I will be praying for you
    xox

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  35. simple me

    Yes, I often go to a place beyond where I stand…and sometimes it makes me scared.

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  36. AscenderRisesAbove

    so so glad you returned safely.
    fascinating image

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  37. mary ann

    yes, i flew last weekend (tho domestic) & all the heightened security…so relieved to know that his journey was safe!
    mary ann xo

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