A Tribute…

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I wanted to take some time away from the fantasy baseball game today to reflect on September 11, 2001 and how it changed our world forever. I want to extend my best wishes for those who are still struggling with the loss of loved ones, children, coworkers, friends, neighbors, whoever…from that fateful day.

Living in the DC area, this day has tremendous meaning to me as a person. I remember that day like it was yesterday, and it sends a chill down my spine. I remember the horror I felt as I saw kids leave my middle school one by one, parents calling in, and the phones ringing off the hook. I remember sitting in gym class and watching all of the kids leave and get taken out of school. What started out as a funny joke among middle schoolers took a turn for the worst as soon as I got home that day, and my eyes were glued to the television that entire afternoon.

Not having any idea what was going on, I remember attempting to ask teachers about why students were leaving, but they gave no answer. It was hard to focus on schoolwork that day, and the teachers didn’t act the same either.

I thank God every day that I did not lose anyone that I knew in the attacks. The probability of it happening though, especially living in an area of dense population, was high, and I knew that. Acts of terrorism are among the worst things that can happen to any country, so a country like the USA to have gotten attacked was a bit of a shock.

We may never understand why those attacks had to happen on that fateful day. It’s important to remember that even though it happened, we united strong as a country and we all moved on together. With soldiers abroad fighting a tremendous war, and firefighters and police officers serving our country here at home, we have a lot to be thankful for. Their contributions have, and will continue to be, significant for the future of this country.

If you would like to add anything to reflect on your rememberance, please feel free to do so.

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