In memory of those who died and those who lost loved ones one year ago.

I recall several hours of gut burning fear as my wife and I tried to contact my brother (Yorick) and my wife's best friend, both in NYC; and the relief in finally hearing from them.

We remember Armistace(sp?) Day, here we have Anzac Day as well for our country's soldiers and war victims. I hope today we can focus on the value every human life holds and remember not to take anything for granted.

I am alive today, it is a good day.

Take care everyone!

Leonis

Here, here.

To the thousands of lives lost in a few senseless acts of madness, may you rest in peace.

To the thousands more bereft by the loss of loved ones, may you find peace and carry on with life & living.

To the millions more who watched with shock & horror, may we never ever witness such inhumanity ever again.

<font color=skyblue>My uncle was at the Pentagon that day, and had left about 30 minutes prior to the third crash that hit near where he worked inside. Being a high ranking officer, he had been summoned away to a war conference room after the second crash and was in a meeting with other officers.

I remember our family anxiously awaiting his phone call...to ensure that he was okay. I even made a post here on IW about it...that same day. Thanks to all those that answered that post in my interest.</font>

I work about two miles from the Pentagon, saw the plane go overhead that was on its way to crashing into the Pentagon. Remember the panicked traffic leaving out of the area too, everyhone was scared, thinking it wasn't over and more planes were going to come in, or bombs were going to go off. Was total chaos, but most people seemed to be rational and calm, which I was happy about, and proud of as well.

I'm glad that tomorrow wasn't made a "holiday" that'd have been weird. Holidays are usually reserved for celebrations, and 9-11 isn't really what I'd call something to celebrate. Plus I don't think we Americans should hide in our houses and not go about day-to-day life, as that only shows the terrorists that they succeeded in terrorising us mentally.

I just posted in the "Where were you" thread about when we heard your wonderful news that Yorick was alright! Didn't know your wife's best friend was in the area as well. What a horrible fear that must have been Leonis :( *hugs*

Indeed.
My friend's cousin was one of the firefighters who lost his life.

Amen, Leonis, amen.

I too, worried for Yorick as well as a friend who was working in one of the buildings near the towers that were damaged by debris from the impact of the planes.

I was so relieved to hear Yorick and she were alright.

[ 09-11-2002, 06:59 AM: Message edited by: Cloudbringer ]

Leonis,
I remember that day like it was two weeks ago. I came out of my work place to see the Pentagon billowing smoke in the distance... The mass confusion trying to get out of the city, sadness, and unbelief. ):

I would add that today, here and now, is a much different attitude thow. Strength, courage, and a new awareness of our lives and how all of us grew up alot in the realization of the means used in an attack on our country.
I would like to add that the people are out in force around the Washington DC this morning, missile batteries deployed at the Navy Annex close to the Pentagon with a yellow alert status issued last night. All is well and no one is staying home, we are all remembering our fallen in many different ways. The Castle bell will ring 3 times in a moment of silience at the exact time of our countrys changing moment.

-S-

My heart goes out to all the victims, their families, their friends. Be strong, and may those who met an untimely death rest in peace forever.

Hear Hear Leonis.

I spent the morning talking with Cloudy on MSN, and we were overjoyed to hear that Yorick was well. We both had been worried about him, LadyZ, and everyone else we knew in the area of the attacks. It was amazing to see the outpouring of caring and concern on IW, on the news, and all over the world.

To all those who died in the attacks, and all those that sacrificed themselves so that others might live...We will never forget!

Leonis, glad I was, when I was able to call. I was worried you guys, especially Mum would have been worried sick. That was distressing.

Thankfully all was well. [img]smile.gif[/img] Well, for me at least.

Hearing the list of names this morning was intense. Brought much of it back.

We're having services tonight, and meeting in the park later on. This morning groups of us gathered togther.

...I have more to say, but don't know how to put it.

Life's good. That's all. Life's good. It's good to be alive.

I am really sorry for everyone who lost someone, and glad for everyone who nearly did but not quite. my heart goes out to those who lost relatives in the fire department. I'm really, really sorry to hear your tales, guys... *hugs*
and nothing anyone can say will make it better but I want you all to know you have my deepest sympathy and my very best wishes.

I wish to express my deepest admiration for the New York emergency services. While they were not able to save some of my friends whose lives were lost, they saved many. I extend further admiration for those who died trying.