September 11, 2001

I still remember this day vividly. I was in the 7th grade at Goodwyn Junior High School in Ms. Elliott's English class. At the time, I was at an age where I wasn't sure what would come of our nation. Would this attack affect me in little ole' Alabama? After watching the aftermath on television it hit me, anything that threatens the United States of America affects all of its citizens. I believe that living through this tragedy at such a young age created my love affair for American history.

"War has been waged against us by stealth and deceit and murder. This nation is peaceful, but fierce when stirred to anger. This conflict was begun on the timing and terms of others. It will end in a way, and at an hour, of our choosing."-(George W. Bush) September 11, 2001

 As many of you know today is September 11th. Today may all Americans take time out of their busy schedules to remember those who lost their lives eleven years ago. Also, take time to pray for all of our Nation's military men and women, all of those who serve our great country. September 11, 2001 a tragedy that will never be forgotten. May God Bless the United States of America.

Discussing this topic reminds me of something one of my college professors told us the very first days of his class. "History is the past plus meaning, the past never changes only its meaning." As election season approaches I encourge everyone to remember that. Our past cannot change only its meaning.