| September 11, 2001: We all remember the story of
that day. Anyone who was old enough to comprehend what
that day meant in American history remembers what it
felt like to sit there and watch it all unfold. No doubt
that you felt fear, anger and most importantly empathy
for those who perished. That day we all vowed that we
would never forget the sacrifice of those who gave all
they could to save as many as their arms could reach. We
picked up our flags and waved them harder and prouder
than ever before. We didn't see our differences, because
those all seemed to insignificant. Why? Because
collectively we know that despite our individual ideas
we knew that we are first and foremost Americans. We
knew that the very ideals that brought us together in
1776 still bound us together today and that we can and
will prevail over whoever wishes us harm. The same
ideals that make us the greatest country on God's earth.
But, as the saying goes, time heals all wounds. And as
the years pass some of the emotion is drained from the
memory. Perhaps it's our way of moving on. We ask that
all of you take a moment this week and take your mind
back to that day and remember those who gave all that
they had. Remember their families. And remember those
who continue to suffer daily both emotionally and
physically. The true heroes who make it their life's
work to make our country great. Please remember all
those who have given their life for their country both
domestically and abroad. We owe them all a great debt.
Sincerely,
Assistant Chief James Woda |
