9/11

Well - it is almost upon us. I found myself downloading WTC tribute songs tonight. I have been balling like a baby. 5 years... Doesnt seem like its been that long. Seems like yesterday. Its so sad. If anyone has access to download songs - try the Faith Hill - Star Bangled Banner Tribute. Its the saddest. Also, Blessed Union of Souls - I believe - WTC tribute.. This is something we will NEVER forget. The biggest tragedy some of us will ever remember. When we think we have it rough - remember the families and the victims. I am praying for our country - 5 year anniversary... and we are still not protected! A few quotes: "America and our friends and allies join with all those who want peace and security in the world, and we stand together to win the war against terrorism. Tonight, I ask for your prayers for all those who grieve, for the children whose worlds have been shattered, for all whose sense of safety and security has been threatened. And I pray they will be comforted by a power greater than any of us, spoken through the ages in Psalm 23: "Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for You are with me." "Thousands of lives were suddenly ended by evil, despicable acts of terror. The pictures of airplanes flying into buildings, fires burning, huge structures collapsing, have filled us with disbelief, terrible sadness and a quiet, unyielding anger. --George W. Bush *~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~* "All of a sudden there were people screaming. I saw people jumping out of the building. Their arms were flailing. I stopped taking pictures and started crying." --Michael Walters, a free-lance photo journalist in Manhattan. *~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~* "The city is going to survive, we are going to get through it, It's going to be very, very difficult time. I don't think we yet know the pain that we're going to feel when we find out who we lost, but the thing we have to focus on now is getting this city through this, and surviving and being stronger for it." --Rudolph Giuliani *~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~* Ladder 15 Irons: "Just got a report from the director of Morgan Stanley. Seventy-eight seems to have taken the brunt of this stuff, there's a lot of bodies, they say the stairway is clear all the way up, though." *~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~* "It's been a year daddy I really really miss you Mommy says your safe now In a beautiful place called heaven" *~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~* We cannot know all that lies ahead. Yet, we do know that God had placed us together in this moment, to grieve together, to stand together, to serve each other and our country. And the duty we have been given -- defending America and our freedom -- is also a privilege we share. We're prepared for this journey. And our prayer tonight is that God will see us through, and keep us worthy. *~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~* President Bush's Remarks to the Nation September 11, 2001 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- THE PRESIDENT: Today, our fellow citizens, our way of life, our very freedom came under attack in a series of deliberate and deadly terrorist acts. The victims were in airplanes or in their offices -- secretaries, businessmen and women, military and federal workers. Moms and dads. Friends and neighbors. Thousands of lives were suddenly ended by evil, despicable acts of terror. The pictures of airplanes flying into buildings, fires burning, huge structures collapsing, have filled us with disbelief, terrible sadness and a quiet, unyielding anger. These acts of mass murder were intended to frighten our nation into chaos and retreat. But they have failed. Our country is strong. A great people has been moved to defend a great nation. Terrorist attacks can shake the foundations of our biggest buildings, but they cannot touch the foundation of America. These acts shatter steel, but they cannot dent the steel of American resolve. America was targeted for attack because we're the brightest beacon for freedom and opportunity in the world. And no one will keep that light from shining. Today, our nation saw evil, the very worst of human nature, and we responded with the best of America, with the daring of our rescue workers, with the caring for strangers and neighbors who came to give blood and help in any way they could. Immediately following the first attack, I implemented our government's emergency response plans. Our military is powerful, and it's prepared. Our emergency teams are working in New York City and Washington, D.C., to help with local rescue efforts. Our first priority is to get help to those who have been injured and to take every precaution to protect our citizens at home and around the world from further attacks. The functions of our government continue without interruption. Federal agencies in Washington which had to be evacuated today are reopening for essential personnel tonight and will be open for business tomorrow. Our financial institutions remain strong, and the American economy will be open for business as well. The search is underway for those who are behind these evil acts. I've directed the full resources for our intelligence and law enforcement communities to find those responsible and bring them to justice. We will make no distinction between the terrorists who committed these acts and those who harbor them. I appreciate so very much the members of Congress who have joined me in strongly condemning these attacks. And on behalf of the American people, I thank the many world leaders who have called to offer their condolences and assistance. America and our friends and allies join with all those who want peace and security in the world and we stand together to win the war against terrorism. Tonight I ask for your prayers for all those who grieve, for the children whose worlds have been shattered, for all whose sense of safety and security has been threatened. And I pray they will be comforted by a power greater than any of us spoken through the ages in Psalm 23: "Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for You are with me. This is a day when all Americans from every walk of life unite in our resolve for justice and peace. America has stood down enemies before, and we will do so this time. None of us will ever forget this day, yet we go forward to defend freedom and all that is good and just in our world. Thank you. Good night and God bless America. I hope nobody gets offended by this. It is not my intention.

I just heard another one and it was wonderful - Silent Night. Its by far the best!

Thanks for this wonderful post!!! Please don't forget the men and women of the military at the Pentagon that gave their lives. There are still military folks giving their lives everyday and leaving behind families here in the U.S. Don't forget the families who keep the home fires burning too. Don't forget to fly your flag on Monday too!!! Amy

Hey Girl, I miss you!!! I'm doing pretty good. Things are getting better everyday. Its been a very long & rough road, but I've got my heals dug in. lol How are you ? Johnny asked me about his french fry eatting buddy the other day. He couldn't believe your new pix. He said you looked great & that he wouldn't have never known that was you. I'm so glad that you are finally in a happy place. Where did you find the Faith Hill - Star Bangled Banner at? I'd love to see it. Stay in touch sweety. Love ya. Luv N Huggs, Tammy

Hey Girl, I am sitting here reading this post and crying like a baby. Thanks so much for posting this I needed it. Joyce