Stories Collected While Living in France

French la Vie

From My Son Sacha

Sacha's Viva la France

 

Today France recieved the compassion, support and prayers from all over the globe. It is truly a great feeling to know the world cares. Today 129 people are dead, 352 wounded and 99 of which are in critical condition. Thousands are living the worst day of their lives.

In January, freedom of speech and judaism were attacked.
This time french culture was attacked. A sport event, restaurants, bars, a concert…
Peace and happiness…

Already I am hearing of people canceling their trips to France, canceling hotel and restaurant reservations… Canceling great memories they were going to make.

Terror doesn't define this beautiful country. France stood strong in January and had the greatest feeling of support and brotherhood.
If you want to support France and the values we all share, don't give into fear. Stand strong and show IS they can hurt us but can never take away what we stand for.

‪#‎standstrong‬ ‪#‎dontbeafraid‬ ‪#‎prayforparis‬ ‪#‎vivelafrance‬

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24 responses to “From My Son Sacha”

  1. cynthia wolff

    stunned and shocked…beautiful Paris lovely people…Americans are praying for you all today…

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  2. Kipper

    Well written Sacha. People around the world continue sending prayers for France. Such horrific attacks. As you said, we all must continue to remain strong and never give in to fear.

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  3. Debbie

    Standing with France – stay strong.

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  4. g

    this is so well said and so true- the country I love so very much-

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  5. elliot

    I agree….it won’t stop us from returning.

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  6. dede thompson

    Love to all of yours, Corey. I’m coming this year. xox, dede

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  7. Barbara Snow

    Heartbroken, but would never consider giving into fear. Prayers for Paris.
    Fondly,
    Barb in Minnesota

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  8. Mai

    Nothing, absolutely nothing would stand in our way of travelling to Paris and indeed the rest of France. It is an annual trip for us, from Australia, and it will continue to be so as long as we are in good health. To give in to the fear that has been generated by this dastardly act means the terrorists have won.
    Our healing thoughts and love are with the wonderful friends we have met over the years and also through blogs such as yours Corey. Keep the warmth and love alive, we are with you. Mai in Melbourne, Australia

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  9. Cindy

    Sacha is so right. Living in the south of France, I have met the “world” This is an amazing country. You must visit as one cannot explain.

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  10. Leslie in Oregon

    Merci, Sacha. En solidarité avec la France, Leslie in Oregon

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  11. Susan

    My husband and I were returning home from a lovely week in Madrid, last night. As we were taking a bus home, he said “I think we should try to tack on some days in Paris, on our Christmas vacation”.
    I totally agree. (I’m blessed to live in Bavaria, for the time being, and while I miss my friends and loved ones at home in the States, I’m grateful for my opportunities for travel – and I look forward to showing my support in a concrete way, for Paris, hopefully right around New Year’s).

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  12. Kim

    My sentiments exactly. During WW2 British women in London put their best dresses on and went to the markets in spite of the bombings and fear. I will come to Paris again. And I love France, always, in good times and in bad.

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  13. Ourfrenchoasis

    Well written, we must stand strong and united.

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  14. Kathie

    Tourists will be back in Paris soon enough, just as they eventually returned to New York City after 9/11. So many people who’ve visited Paris love her — and those who haven’t been there yet are nonetheless in love with the IDEA of Paris!
    Sacha, you and your family and we T-I-C followers should all enjoy this photo feature just posted by National Geographic from its archives. “These 15 Photos Remind Us Why We Love Paris—and Always Will”:
    http://news.nationalgeographic.com/2015/11/151114-pictures-paris-france-terrorist-attacks/#/

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  15. Patricia

    thoughts and prayers for those who fight for their lives, for those whom have lost their loved ones and for France. May she stand proud and strong against those who wish to harm her. I count the days (138) until I get to stand on French soil for the first time ….. We won’t stay away. 🇫🇷❤️

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  16. Marilyn Marcus

    My heart is with the French. Beautiful, Sachs!

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  17. Carey

    Corey, I so admire your American heart for France and enjoy seeing life there through your eyes. Sacha, your beauiful photograph honors and gives light. I myself also treasure France as I left my heart there as a student in 1985-86. I also have an American heart for France. Prayers and love. -Carey

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  18. Ann

    Dear Sacha, Thank you for your post as you work through this sadness. One American was killed in this incident, her name is Nohemi (from Calif), a design student studying in France. As I read through her story she was young and full of hope and inspiration. This is a snipit of her life:
    Nohemi Gonzalez had created a logo for herself that featured an arrowhead. Nohemi wrote, “when life is dragging you backwards with difficulties, it means it’s going to launch you into something great. So just focus and keep aiming.”
    To all the young people I say to follow your dreams and hopes for a wonderful future and do it fearlessly.
    Many blessings.

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  19. Rhonda

    I agree, dear Sacha, as I was strong and fearless, I flew to Illinois the month after 9/11. My faith carried me that day and it carries me every day!
    I hope to visit Paris again real soon.

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  20. Jan

    Are we truly safe anywhere? Looking forward to our trip in June with even more resolve than before.

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  21. Carey

    In his blog post on Friday, Rick Steves’ words echoed your own. This is what he said:
    After Friday’s horrifying events in Paris, as we keep the victims and their families in our prayers and marvel at how violent hatred can express itself, it’s natural for those of us with travels coming up to wonder what is the correct response. Let me share my thoughts:
    I have two fundamental concerns: what is safe, and what is the appropriate response to terrorism.
    About safety, I believe this is an isolated incident. Tomorrow Paris will be no more dangerous than it was the day before that terrible Friday the 13th. I also believe that security in Paris and throughout Europe will be heightened in response to this attack. Remember: There’s an important difference between fear and risk.
    About the right response to terrorism, I believe we owe it to the victims of this act not to let the terrorist win by being terrorized. That’s exactly the response they are hoping for. Sure, it’s natural for our emotions to get the best of us. But, especially given the impact of sensational media coverage, we need to respond intelligently and rationally.
    In 2004, Madrid suffered a terrorist bombing in its Metro, which killed 191 and injured 1,800. In 2005, London suffered a similar terrorist bombing in its Tube system, killing 52 and injuring 700. These societies tightened their security, got the bad guys, and carried on. Paris will, too.
    I’m sure that many Americans will cancel their trips to Paris (a city of 2 million people) or the rest of Europe (a continent of 500 million people), because of an event that killed about 150. As a result, ironically, they’ll be staying home in a country of 320 million people that loses over 30,000 people a year (close to 100 people a day) to gun violence.
    Again, our thoughts and prayers go out to the people of Paris, the victims, and their loved ones. And it remains my firmly held belief that the best way for Americans to fight terrorism is to keep on traveling.

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  22. Camy

    Corey,
    We are all so relieved that you and your family and friends are safe. I have been so sad the past two days for the people of Paris and the victims and their families. I wonderied if our dream of spending more time in France was no longer viable. After reading your blog and the comments of your readers, I feel confident that we need to continue to pursue our dream. Paris, je t’aime.

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  23. Anna Scheminger

    Dearest Paris (and the rest of France), Our hearts are breaking for you. This is not a club the citizens of any city want those of another to join. Stay STRONG and remember that we are with you. Love, Boston

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  24. robin williams

    Thought about all of you when this incident was first broadcast on TV and hoping all were safe. Glad to hear y’all ARE safe. Praying for resolutions and peace among neighbors near and far. Robin

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