read or speak French, you must visit Christophe Borhen’s Blog. You can translate the text and the link Christophe suggests is to something very special. He is a wonderful writer and you will appreciate this post in particular if you are an admirer of Anne Frank.
Happy Birthday Anne
Tomorrow is a special day. Tomorrow is Anne Franks birthday. She was born June 12, 1929 and if she had survived the hate that enveloped her young world like a shroud, she would now be eighty years of age. We will never know if she would have become the journalist she yearned to be, but one thing is certain, she has done more than almost anyone to enlighten and advance the cause of love and tolerance on this planet. A few short years ago I was a very small and confined person. I had no freedom, save that of my thoughts and Anne Frank’s words kept me level and solid inside. I read that diary nearly every day until I escaped my prison. Each word, expression and nuance from her journal is now a living part of my soul. Some people read the talmud, the bible, the koran, the book of the dead etc…I read Anne. If you’ve not read her, please pick up her diary because now more than ever her experiences are relevant. This world needs to be reminded that the cost of denial and ignorance is devastating to humanity. I would also like to invite anyone who reads this to visit a wonderful blog: calliopespen She is a wonderful writer who has captured as closely as anyone can, the understanding that can transcend even our strongest urges to remain indifferent. Please read it.
One last thought…for any of you who think your words don’t matter because they aren’t in Chapters, on Amazon or published by Random House et al…think again. Your words can change a mind, warm a heart or inspire someone to carry on despite the odds against their survival. Keep writing your truth and cast aside your doubts.
