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It's a lie, I have touched down in Paris several times. Brief lay overs on the way to somewhere else. Always aghast at the price of a piece of cheese between slices of bread. Stale. Recognizing the not-French by their logo clothing, slumped in wait mode for the next flight announcement. Wanting to be on a bicycle near the Eiffel tower with a fresh baguette.Wanting to think French.
My friend asks, "Ever been to Paris?" I say, "No."
This after math of flowers, candles, grief. This sentiment that there will be no surrender to hatred. This forgiveness. This love.

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    Neville Hunt over 8 years ago

    Super drabble D.M. Next time you're thinking of stopping there for a transfer, build extra time for a trip to this extraordinary city...if only for solidarity.

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