September 11, 2001.
I had spent the night at my sister's house in Payson.
On that day I was going to give my niece a ride to school over in Orem.
In the car we turned on the radio and all we heard were news reports about a plane
crashing into one of the World Trade towers.
I called my sister, she already had the tv on and could not believe it.
Next I called Chris, my first thought was about his dad who worked in
the Bank of America building in San Francisco.
Chris woke up and turned on the news then called his family.
I went by my dad's house in Orem so I could finally see it on tv.
I watched as they showed footage of the plane crashing into the tower,
and as the towers came down.
I dropped my niece off at school and then went to Chris' apartment.
We got breakfast from Magleby's Fresh then went back to his place,
we just sat and watched tv for hours and hours.
I realized around 1:00 that I should probably go to work.
But who could work?
Everyone was watching the reports on their computers.
We all wondered what would come next?
Slowly we learned about the planes in Pennsylvania and DC.
I will never forget that day, or the ones that followed.
I would just sit in bed at night watching the news and bawling
as they would name all those who were lost.
They would show their widows and their children.
Then slowly life got back to normal.
Today I look back with disbelief that it all really happened.
I look around at the life I have today and how thankful I am for
those who protect my life and those I love.
I'm thankful that I live in America, that I have a beautiful family,
a safe home, and clothes on my back.
And each day I look at this little girl and smile.
I had spent the night at my sister's house in Payson.
On that day I was going to give my niece a ride to school over in Orem.
In the car we turned on the radio and all we heard were news reports about a plane
crashing into one of the World Trade towers.
I called my sister, she already had the tv on and could not believe it.
Next I called Chris, my first thought was about his dad who worked in
the Bank of America building in San Francisco.
Chris woke up and turned on the news then called his family.
I went by my dad's house in Orem so I could finally see it on tv.
I watched as they showed footage of the plane crashing into the tower,
and as the towers came down.
I dropped my niece off at school and then went to Chris' apartment.
We got breakfast from Magleby's Fresh then went back to his place,
we just sat and watched tv for hours and hours.
I realized around 1:00 that I should probably go to work.
But who could work?
Everyone was watching the reports on their computers.
We all wondered what would come next?
Slowly we learned about the planes in Pennsylvania and DC.
I will never forget that day, or the ones that followed.
I would just sit in bed at night watching the news and bawling
as they would name all those who were lost.
They would show their widows and their children.
Then slowly life got back to normal.
Today I look back with disbelief that it all really happened.
I look around at the life I have today and how thankful I am for
those who protect my life and those I love.
I'm thankful that I live in America, that I have a beautiful family,
a safe home, and clothes on my back.
And each day I look at this little girl and smile.
Let's all take a minute to remember and to be thankful.
9 comments:
What an great post & what a darling girl ~ she makes me smile too! :)
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That was beautiful :)
Great post. I love these pictures of Emma! They are so precious! We may be making a trip out to Utah soon. We'll have to get together. :)
Your little girl is amazing! She looks just like you! I got your comment about my mom, and thank you! I guess I just figured you knew somehow! She passed away on October 4th, 2006. I can't believe it's been almost 2 years. I just want you to know that if you ever just need someone to talk to who knows what your going through you can call me. My number is - 801 971 6616, I'm here anytime! We should get together and do lunch or something sometime! I'd LOVE to see you again! Love, Shelby
Emma looks adorable in that photo.
I am actually watching a show on the History channel about 9-11 right now. Thanks for your sweet comments. It really does put things into perspective. You look so great and your little belly is just darling. I can't wait to see what this new little one looks like! I am sure she will be beautiful!
Cute pictures of Emma~
Emma is such a darling!!!! I can't wait to see her again! As for 9/11...I am glad that you reminded everyone to take a moment to remember and be thankful. We all need to do that more often.
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