A year ago, I was forced to get out of Euston station and walk down towards the Strand where I worked, on the same road where the number 30 bus blew up at Tavistock Square. I was 100 metres in front of that bus, when it blew up and the sheer impact of it pushed me to the ground. That bomb may have shook me to the ground on my knees but one year later, that bomb and the 3 tube explosions has not shaken London to its very core. London remains defiant. We reflect today and send out thoughts to the loved ones of those that weren’t so lucky but we hold our heads high because London goes on, life goes on and we won’t kowtow to those that seek to undermine the spirit of this city. I know it sounds trite and maybe a little cheesy but this ad slogan I feel is pretty poignant especially on a day like today –
7M1LLION LONDONERS
(This is one of the few times when I will post something fashion un-related but I felt compelled to do so….)
It was a sobering event, and indeed for those of us watching on from the other side of the Atlantic. I was just in London last spring and knew the places that were affected. Thank God that you were safe, and I will always admire the strength and resilience of Londoners.
i was in london last year and, as michelle, was amazed by the way the londoners overcame this event…
That was really moving Susie, you’re such a beautiful writer.
I travelled to the London the following week for a wee holiday and I was totally impressed by how resilient Londoners were and whilst I was apprehensive about taking the underground at first, I ended up going on the tube and taking the bus. My small way of supporting the people of London. I am heading off again in September and am thoroughly looking forward to it.
Susie, It’s great that you wrote this, it’s important that us Londoners stay together and are strong.
A greta reminder Susie. <3 <3