London Attack: Rise above the Chaos of Fear

Blogoratti June 05, 2017

Quote of the day:

 The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing. 
-Edmund Burke






People running scared. Shouts and screams. Running feet hitting the streets. Fear, danger and despair hanging in the air. Confusion, shock, disorientation. These are all too familiar scenes and it can be said that no city or location in the world is exempt. Only that some countries appear to have it worse than others. Extremism, bigotry and hatred. How does one replace apathy with empathy and love?

With tales of bravery by ordinary folks going about their lives just like everyone else. A policeman fighting off attackers armed only with a baton. Other brave people did what came naturally. Human beings...living, dreaming, and filled with hope just like everyone else-but obviously these same ideals are not shared by the perpetrators who have different and twisted morals. There is no justification to take a life -of a breathing, acting, loving human who is a child, a niece, nephew, brother, sister, aunt, uncle, wife, husband, cousin, colleague or friend to a whole load of other humans in this tree of life.

Different city. Same extremism. This time closer to home -again. London City. To think a few weeks ago I was in that area during day time, enjoying a nice walk and taking in the sights. When the news broke it was so surreal and dreamlike. It was really happening. Although it felt like it was thousands of miles away, and out of this world.

After all has been said and done, with incidents in different locations across the world tied to extremism, after the breaking news and analysis, after the curtains drop, after the show of love and support, and as the flowers wither, there will remain family and friends whose lives will never be the same again.


Peace. Love. Light* 



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36 Comments

  1. John Going Gently4 June 2017 at 23:41

    Chin uphead held high

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  2. My name is Erika.5 June 2017 at 00:57

    Its a scary time. But we have to be strong and not let the cowardly way these people carry out terrible acts stop us from living.

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  3. Cloudia5 June 2017 at 01:04

    Together. <3 Blessings and friendship to YOU <3 Aloha

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  4. Dr. Theda5 June 2017 at 04:28

    Perfect description of the Cops (Sheriff's Dept. of Union Co.) ... Jerry Rushing, of Monroe wrote the idea for "Hazzard Co." ... Corrupt bastards... They "look the other way"... That is not "good"...

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    1. Dr. Theda5 June 2017 at 04:36

      And they (along with this area,) have "condemned" me, Stacey...
      They say we are the "Bad-Guy"... (as "Scarface" said) We are the town "Boogeyman" ...!!!! (and our mayor is / was a Drug Dealer )
      ... Hello from Marshville.. where we are Hated and "feared" by many.... even the "Dealers"...

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    2. Dr. Theda5 June 2017 at 04:44

      We are dying... and have to still deal how do we over-come this kind of "Darkness"...? .. and my Brother is here....!!!
      just sit in my corner and "crap" just comes to us... later ... visitors....

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  5. 1st Man5 June 2017 at 04:57

    Love always trumps hate. It takes time but it does. Peace and light to you!

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  6. So Alice5 June 2017 at 06:22

    Yes , it's terrpible what happend...Struggling with the extremists is difficult but we have the advantage.We can not lose hope that it will be better.

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  7. Couture Carrie5 June 2017 at 08:07

    Very true, darling. Great to hear from you!

    xoxox,
    CC

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  8. Hilary Melton-Butcher5 June 2017 at 08:20

    Hi Blogoratti - yes, I too have been to those areas recently ... so many people affected and as you say for what reason - why kill when they want to live. It is impossible to understand their hate - let us hope that is enough and we can all live our lives without worry - Hilary

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  9. orvokki5 June 2017 at 08:43

    The quote of the day is just right. Well saying.
    And the heart tree in the photo is very lovely.

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  10. Paola Lauretano5 June 2017 at 10:13

    Great quote!
    Your posts are always so inspiring!
    Kisses, Paola.
    Expressyourself

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  11. Jackie Harrison5 June 2017 at 10:47

    Awesome quote greetings

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  12. RO5 June 2017 at 10:56

    Your picture and wonderful words are a reminder that we always need to love and support each other - always. Glad you are well and safe. Hugs...RO

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  13. chica5 June 2017 at 11:17

    PAZ,AMOR,LUZ! O mundo precisa disso! abraços,chica

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  14. Bleubeard and Elizabeth5 June 2017 at 11:44

    i was so saddened to read about this latest tragedy. It was the first I heard about it, because for some reason, it didn't make the news here in the states, which is sad.

    Your quote and beautiful picture speak volumes. I was saddened when I read this and was glad you brought it to my attention. Thank you, too, for your words of wisdom.

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  15. Marie Smith5 June 2017 at 12:11

    Thank you for the inspiration to start the week. Have a great one.

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  16. MadSnapper5 June 2017 at 12:35

    I agree with all you said here, and your country is in my prayers. What touches others anywhere in our world, also touches us. The quote you started your post with says it all, and I hope we all believe it. I am glad you and yours are safe.

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  17. Cathy Kennedy5 June 2017 at 12:48

    Blogoratti,

    As long as there's hatred, there will always be these senseless, cowardly acts against mankind. Radical, Islamic Terrorists do not think like other people. They see everyone who doesn't agree with them as the enemy. Countries who values their way of life and freedom need to ban these sorts of people from entry. It's a shame we all can't live together respectfully and peacefully but that's not going to happen in this life time. My prayers and thoughts are with the families touched by this act of violence. May God bless Great Britain!

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  18. Pat Hatt5 June 2017 at 13:47

    Have to kep on pushing through and not let such hate win indeed.

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  19. Christine5 June 2017 at 15:05

    These are scary terrible times.

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  20. Mary Kirkland5 June 2017 at 15:46

    That's very true.

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  21. Author R. Mac Wheeler5 June 2017 at 16:57

    Hi...thanks for visiting my place :)

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  22. Natasha Bhatt5 June 2017 at 18:24

    Well said lovely friend, nice thoughts.. thanks fr visiting my blog.. Keep in touch x

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  23. Kate Larkindale5 June 2017 at 19:29

    Nicely said. And what a gorgeous image.

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  24. Red Rose Alley5 June 2017 at 20:45

    So many devastating things happening in our world today. How strange you were taking a walk in the same area a few weeks ago. Love is greater than fear and hate, and I appreciate this blog of yours reminding us of *peace love and light*.

    I am wishing you many sweet June days.

    ~Sheri

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  25. Lisabella Russo5 June 2017 at 20:54

    It is indeed so very sad. I don't understand it at all. Your thoughts are moving and I love the image you chose to display.

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  26. Lowcarb team member5 June 2017 at 21:13

    ... appreciate your quote of the day.

    All the best Jan

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  27. Beauty Unearthly5 June 2017 at 21:59

    Great quote!

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  28. John Going Gently5 June 2017 at 22:58

    We risk , ( by some) to be sentimental and naive when we look for the positives in human nature at times like these
    We need to celebrate human kindness, bravery and courage

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  29. Grace5 June 2017 at 23:53

    I find it very sad to read the news these days ~ But I have hope for the best in our humanity ~ Thanks for sharing your reflections ~

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  30. CJ Kennedy6 June 2017 at 04:51

    When terrorist struck the Boston Marathon 4 years ago, I felt as you did. I had been in the area a shor time before. I attended school in Boston and this was the area of the city I hung out in. I had never been afraid to be in the area. In the days that followed, someone came up with the slogan Boston Strong. They might knock us down, but we will rise stronger than ever. Boston Strong. Paris Strong. Manchester Strong. London Strong. The World is Strong.

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  31. Unknown6 June 2017 at 07:01

    It is truly sad the world we live in now. That last statement is so true.

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  32. Sandi8 June 2017 at 13:44

    It is evil, all of it...but good wins.

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  33. Simone10 June 2017 at 18:15

    Thank you for this. x

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  34. @ilola13 June 2017 at 00:27

    Unfortunately, it won't be getting better anytime soon. This is springing up everywhere. Let's do our best to be alert and stay safe. We can only try.

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