Today we remember a day that tore a hole in the hearts of New Yorkers and put a massive fissure in all Americans' sense of security. While I thankfully knew no one who is gone as a result of that attack, it will live within me forever. I didn't want to watch the memorial ceremonies, but I am compelled to hear the names, look at their pictures and try to imagine their lives. It is to honor their lives; I do the same with our fallen soldiers. In both cases, the deaths are senseless. I am surprised that I am still weeping at the memories of these people. My love and empathy go out to their families who have bravely gone on and rebuilt their lives.
I only wish the powers that be would let us go on by rebuilding in the site of the towers. We need to have something concrete that speaks to the future rather than a literal hole to remind us of the emptiness. And we need a proper memorial for all the families and all the citizens of the world to remember, pay tribute and heal. Let's hope they make it happen soon.
Planned WTC 2012.
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