On this day — the 13th anniversary of That Day — it’s important that we never forget. That sentiment has appeared here on FB all day and it surfaced throughout the city. And it resonates every time the calendar turns to Sept. 11. We are faced anew with our memories and our sorrows and our resilience. We haven’t forgotten how we felt that day, how we feel now, and we certainly haven’t forgotten those who were lost. We never will. Most of us who live in the New York area have long discovered a subtle truth of Sept. 11: While it was an attack on the nation, and stuck dueling chords of patriotism and fury and sorrow in all Americans, it hit closest to those of us who live here. That’s no insult, just a matter of geography. We’d probably be the same way if the planes had struck the Space Needle or the Willis (Sears) Tower. So, yes, maybe this is more personal for us. On this day we are aware what 9/11 means. Its a sad day. A very sad day. We all know someone or several people that lost a loved one or friend. Welles Crowther was one of the many New Yorkers who was killed on 9/11. Tonight, Welles dad threw-out the first pitch at the Met game. Crowthers story is worth watching again. The National 911 Memorial is now open. I plan on taking my boys to visit it. It stands as a powerful reminder of that terrible day, but also shares unflinchingly the complex history leading up to 9/11, and the countrys response in the days and years thereafter. I anticipate our visit will lead to discussion, debate and dialogue. I hope the 9/11 museum leaves my kids and the millions of other visitors with many questions, and a lot to think about. Thank you for you time. https://youtube/watch?v=MWKPjSirbcU
Posted on: Fri, 12 Sep 2014 01:50:35 +0000
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