A Day Of Remembrance- 911

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We should never forget the tragedies of our history, lest we allow them to reoccur. Today I honor and remember those who died and the loved ones they left behind. They have been honored in song, literature, and pop culture and I will continue to honor them all of my days.

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  1. S.A. LarsenッSeptember 11, 2012 at 4:39 AM

    I couldn't agree with you more. It's important to reflect on our past as a Nation, learn and contemplate what has shaped us. And with memories such as this one, never forget.

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    1. HeatherSeptember 11, 2012 at 12:14 PM

      Well said. Reflection is an important part of the healing process.

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  2. Roland D. YeomansSeptember 11, 2012 at 6:51 AM

    So few have commented today. Old news ... unless someone you love died in one of those towers or in the Pentagon. We live in a world filled with ticking bombs walking around on two legs.

    Life is fragile, precious, and filled with thoughtless humans that would snatch it from our grasp.

    Thanks for remembering, Roland

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    1. HeatherSeptember 11, 2012 at 12:15 PM

      We do, most unfortunately. And it is frightening how much the population of those who scoff at life is increasing. Thank you for remembering with me. :)

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  3. Karlene PetittSeptember 11, 2012 at 7:40 AM

    Thank you for a great post. In memory of...
    Not sure if you've read this story. It's about compassion and gratitude during this horrific time. http://tinyurl.com/9unxsxv

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    1. HeatherSeptember 11, 2012 at 12:16 PM

      A beautiful story, thank you for the link Karlene!

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  4. Golden EagleSeptember 11, 2012 at 10:21 AM

    Wonderful tribute!

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  5. YelenaCSeptember 11, 2012 at 12:14 PM

    Thank you for the tribute. We cannot and will not ever forget this day!

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    1. HeatherSeptember 11, 2012 at 1:51 PM

      You're very welcome. My heart especially goes out to all the New Yorkers like yourself.

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  6. Michael Di GesuSeptember 11, 2012 at 5:13 PM

    THANK YOU for this wonderful tribute, Heather. As a born and raised New Yorker, this tragedy in particular haunts and saddens me.

    No American will ever be he same because of this unexpected assault on our peaceful shores.

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    1. HeatherSeptember 12, 2012 at 8:03 AM

      You're most welcome Michael. It has changed us all indeed.

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  7. Talli RolandSeptember 12, 2012 at 3:54 AM

    Thank you for the reminder, Heather.

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    1. HeatherSeptember 12, 2012 at 8:04 AM

      Thank you for dropping by and remembering with us Talli. :)

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  8. Linda GraySeptember 12, 2012 at 6:39 AM

    I was flying yesterday, and couldn't help thinking of what happened eleven years ago—where I was, what I was doing, how important it was to me to gather my family into the safety of our home, and the awful pain of horrifying loss we all felt. The pilot of the airplane I was on yesterday made an announcement of remembrance before we took off; it was a sober, solemn moment for all of us. We will never forget.

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    1. HeatherSeptember 12, 2012 at 8:08 AM

      Oh wow Linda, what a day to be flying! Sobering indeed. That's what I remember the most too, gathering those close to me, the sudden kindness and camaraderie of strangers, a nation changed.

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