9-11-01

I remember the moment I found out that a plane had crashed into the first tower. I was in Puerto Rico in the library at school. I thought that the video tech class was watching an action movie until I heard the gasps of horror. It was then that I realized that something had happened. A moment in American history that would never be forgotten. As students were being rushed to a safe spot on campus I remember friends crying for loved ones who lived far away. I remember thinking to myself this is the end of life as we know it. I was right.... There were no words to describe how life changed after that. I sat for almost a week staring at the news. Wondering what in the world could have been going through the passengers minds, the minds of the people jumping out of the twin towers, the minds of New York citizens staring in horror as part of their world came tumbling down. I didn't know anyone who worked there, or anyone on that flight. I dont even think that I had any close friends in New York. But all that I could think about was the sadness that filled my heart as I continusouly watched the TV. Playing it over and over and over again. Looking back over the past 9 years, the sadness from this horrible action still haunts me. No one has forgotten, how can we?

I took a moment to pray today, for all the precious lives lost 9 years ago. The families who lost loved ones in the towers, firefighters, police officers families. Soldiers who spend their career and gave their lives fighting for our right to freedom. I will always remember. I want to take a moment to thank all those who serve. You are courageous and I appriciate you all. I hope that everyone took some time today to think about the past. That day will forever be etched on my heart, a moment in history never to be forgotten. I hope that God has blessed the families with peace and that their loved ones are watching over them from someplace good. God bless you all and rest in peace.

Remember 9/11/01...........