I am sure you have all seen the terrible news from France today. When my husband told me Notre Dame was on fire this morning, I couldn’t process what he was saying. He had to show me the live stream from CBS, and I just sat down, too stunned to talk. What a terrible loss for the entire world–850 years of history in flames.
The original beams used to create the roof frame were carved from 300-400-year-old trees when they were cut in the 12th century. So, truly, this is over 1200 years of history that burned today. My husband’s poignant comment was, “What are we building today that anyone would weep to lose in 800 years?”
I am so glad to see people from around the world pledging to raise funds to rebuild the majestic cathedral. It will be all the more moving to visit Paris in September and celebrate the history and art that make it such a treasured city.
Vive Notre Dame de Paris,
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