Today is National Day of Service and Remembrance Day. The day was created by Presidential proclamation to remember and honor the approximate 3000 lives that were lost in a terrorist attack on September 11, 2001. the Presidential proclamation creating this day states:
As we join in serving causes greater than ourselves and honoring those we lost, we are reminded of the ways that the victims of 9/11 live on — in the people they loved, the lives they touched, and the courageous acts they inspired. On Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance, we pledge to carry on their legacy of courage and compassion, and to move forward together as one people.
Today's poem is inspired by the love, caring, and support that was displayed in the aftermath of the attack. Today our world seems even more divided and we need to re spark the ember of love, peace, and working together.
a beautiful day had begun.
beauty was eclipsed,
Our nation it did impact.
instead America showed heart.
Americans heeded the call.
Comfort, love, and support led the way.
courage and bravery were displayed.
let’s re-spark that ember,
Let’s release a dove,
and hate to cease.
let’s make the world better.
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U2 - Walk On (9/11 Tribute)
As our country seems more divided these days, I hope that watching this videos inspires people to remember the sense of unite and support that followed the tragic events of that day.
Where Were You (When The World Stopped Turning) with Lyrics
On September 11, 2001, I had just returned from dropping off my son at school. I called my husband, Bob, he came home from work and together we picked up our son from school. We held each other tight and prayed. Later we went to support my Uncle, because his daughter Christine had flown out of Boston that morning and his son Rick worked in in New York City. Eventually, both of my cousins were able to contact their Dad to say they were okay. Our family was fortunate and blessed that day, unlike so many other families.
Yes, we honor those who have fallen. And yes, we salute those who helped in the aftermath. What better way to do so by writing a poem in tribute to them.
In your own way you have done them proud.
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