This past Friday, we remembered what happened during 9/11 over 25 years ago.
Some of us, like me, were still on active duty and remember the impacts we faced as we embraced change.
We remembered the wake-up call that we must be more vigilant and not take things for granted.
We remembered exactly where we were and what we were doing when the two planes hit the Twin Towers.
But what about the people who are reliving the scenario in their minds both in New York and the Pentagon?
Do we remember to pray for them and their families?
As I thought about what I wanted to write about this week, I focused on remembering our past and preparing for the future.
Those who never experienced that tragic day have no idea what we remember: that time was lost from our lives.
They have no idea why we go through the various procedures at airports or when entering military bases.
However, there are sometimes things that we must also remember regardless of the world situation.
I’m also aware that we take some things for granted and forget them because they may not seem important.
“The enormity of what happened on Sept. 11, 2001, and the aftermath has had a profound impact not only on the physical health of so many, but their mental health as well.”
The psychological effects of 9/11, in my opinion, are often forgotten, and we need to remember that many are suffering and need to be remembered in our prayers.
I would ask you to remember that we are a nation that does not always remember our past.
“A nation which does not remember what it was yesterday, does not know what it is today, nor what it is trying to do. We are trying to do a futile thing if we do not know where we came from or what we have been about.” ~ ― Woodrow Wilson
Today, I challenge you to reflect on why we need to remember certain things in our lives, especially those who lost their lives 25 years ago on September 11, 2001.
McKinley, thanks for reminding us how important 9/11 should be to all of us. That day brought to mind what is truly important in this life. I try to remember that wealth, true wealth is not found at the bank. True wealth is Friends-Family-Time, all of which is limited.
Scott,
Thank you for the powerful expression of what true wealth is all about.
McKinley
McKinley
Thank you for encouraging all of us to meaningfully reflect not only on the 2,977 people who were killed directly in the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, but also to remember the suffering that has been endured in the aftermath of those attacks. Many people do not realize that the number of people who have subsequently died from 9/11 related illnesses caused by exposure to the toxic environment is now greater than the 2,977 people who died on that day. That suffering continues in the lives of many people and we must not forget about them.
Sam,
Greetings,
I’m always encouraged by your insight into what I have written. We have many young people in our midst who have no idea of the tragic loss of those 2,977 people who were killed directly on September 11, 2001, yet the psychological effects others may face today. We are always ill from exposure to toxic environments as we continue to live in difficult times.
McKinley
Thank you 🙏🏽
You’re Welcome!