September 11, 2001
I want to take a min. and write down my memories and thoughts from this day. Its a day I will NEVER forget. A day that will FOREVER be engraved in my brain.
I was in 8th Grade. I was just about to leave to go catch the Bus for school. The TV was on like always in the morning, I glanced at it, and saw that some BIG building was on Fire. (At the time I had never even heard of the twin towers in New York) Then as I was watching, I saw a Plane heading straight for another building. I was shocked and SCARED. I had NO idea what was happening. As far as I knew it was an ACCIDENT. I was young and would NEVER think something so bad could happen in this good country that I lived in. But as the day went on my feelings quickly changed. I knew something wasn't right. I knew it was an act of hatred.
I get to school, its a different feeling that day. Its kinda quiet. Teachers are standing around the office watching the News.
My first Class, Mr Vendetti's History Class. I remember watching his emotions. He was distraught. (He himself being from New York) his hometown being in crisis.
We watched the News the whole class period.
Along with my next 6 classes.
I watched OVER and Over and OVER again.
The towers falling, people running to safety.
Emergency Crews everywhere.
I didn't want to watch anymore, I was soo Scared.
I just wanted to be home safe with my family.
I remember thinking that we were in trouble, that maybe we were going to be attacked here as well.
I was terrified.
But as the days went on, I remember feeling peace and Unity.
I remember feeling SAFE.
Even Now 10 years later.
I feel SAFE.
Thanks to the MEN and WOMEN that fight for our country
For all the sacrifices they make for me and for my familiy!
THANK YOU!