i saw this incredibly moving canadian film the other day
‘monsieur lazhar’
released a few years back
nominated for a
foreign film academy award
it was
about a teacher
and
the
humanity
of
love
joy
loss
grief
pain
guilt
anger
connection
forgiveness
strength
acceptance
and
finally,
hope.
amazing
how one person
can come into another’s life
and
lead them
on a road
towards healing
by
beginning to
heal themselves.
after i watched the final scene
i sat in silence
for a long time after.
—
“what happens when people open their hearts?”
“they get better.”
― haruki murakami,
—
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I didn't have my glasses on.... 
I’ll have to check it out – thanks for the heads up Beth.
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my pleasure, paul –
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another essence of Passion?
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yes –
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Thank you for the reminder. I remember when this came out, and I had wanted to see it, but didn’t get to it.
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i hope that you’ll find the opportunity to see it –
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I will look for that movie, Beth. And thank you for the quote — it’s particularly comforting for me, facing open heart surgery in September.
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that really does fit perfectly. hugs –
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Can’t wait to look into it. Hope it is on Netflix or Amazon prime
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i’m pretty sure it will be, and hope you can find it –
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Thanks for the recommendation! 🙂
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i think you’ll love it, kelly –
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Always happy to hear about good movies from someone else… totally trust your opinion!
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This film has made my list – not that that’s anything remarkable but, you have provided a great calling card for seeing the film. TX
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i think you will really enjoy it, sheri. i’m always amazed by the two of you –
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Sounds marvelous!
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i hope that you have the chance to see it –
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Thank you for the reminder that open hearts heal themselves and the hearts of others, and in doing so help to heal the world.
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it’s so true –
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Thank for the heads up on the movie. I’ll definitely run it down and watch it.
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i’m so glad, susan –
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Found it on Hulu. Plan to watch it this weekend. Thanks again! 🙂
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Like a good book a movie that leaves you like that is something rare. I’ll have to give it a look. Thanks for the heads up.
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my pleasure, tric –
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Love foreign films and also independent films. This sounds like a good one.
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so loved this movie…
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Reblogged this on Rambling Thoughts and commented:
This is what happens when you open your heart and let others in.
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absolutely right –
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Open hearts are so warm and welcoming! I love your words about the film, along with such a great quote by H. Murakami. ❤
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thanks, robin –
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This is based on a true story?
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I don’t think so, but not sure –
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I’ll have to look for this. Thanks, Beth!
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i really think this is one you would enjoy –
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There is so much need for love, understanding and tolerance. I hope films and books say it over and over again. It may help. Love.
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