10 Septembers Later

September 11th is a moment in time that will be in the minds of the American people for generations to come. Much can be said about this tragic event. However, from the loss of lives to the destruction and demolition of two of the world’s largest structures, there is a factor about the event that was responsible for the magnitude of the impact; the factor of unexpectedness. For it is with every day that we find ourselves tending to the demands of a flourishing society. So much so that there is very little time to think about or anticipate potential occurrences that are far removed from the normality of life, although there is an awareness of the possibility. Knowing that something is possible is a far cry from actually experiencing that which is considered a possibility. In spite of this awareness, a tragic event such as September 11th still manages to deal a powerful blow due to its unexpectedness. September 11th is a moment in time that is forever preserved in the images of our minds. Despite the passing of time, we will always recall where we were the moment the first tower was hit. We grow older. Our families expand. Technology advances. Warfare evolves. However, the images from that day remain the same and the emotions stir the same feeling. Americans showed their best at a time when we faced our worst. United as one American family, we held vigils to honor the memories of the fallen, volunteered our time to others, and donated our savings to help families of victims. We shouldn’t have to experience a tragic event before we realize that we are truly "One Nation under God."