For most Americans, there will never be another September 11th that we won't remember the terrible day of 9-11-01. The pain that we somehow hide in hearts is brought back to the surface and once again many of us shed tears for all that was lost on that dreadful day. For quite some time, the attacks brought Americans together in a way that had never been seen before. Neighbors helping neighbors....and people helping people that had never seen before. Sadly though, it seems that the togetherness demonstrated during that time is slowly dwindling away. Why does it take a catastrophe to bring people of different races, ages, backgrounds, states together? Why can't we work together as one at all times?
Another point I want to make in this blog and it's not to take away from the lives that were lost on 9-11-01, but when remembering that day, let's not forget the men and women who are still giving their lives daily fighting a war in Iraq. Regardless if we agree with the war or not, these soldiers are there to follow orders. They were sent because they were told they were going to protect the United States of America from future attacks. So, in my opinion, rather it be right or wrong, these lives lost should also be included in the count that was lost on 9-11.
In closing this blog, I ask that we all do better. Be a better person. Let's not wait for the next catastrophe to show an act of kindness to someone that we don't know. Be a better neighbor. A better person in general. Take a moment and thank a soldier, a firefighter, a policeman, a medic, someone that puts their life on the life everyday to protect the life of you, your family, me, and my family.
Hugs to you all,
Mary
