This Day

{Taken July 28, 2001}

9*11*2001

I remember vividly, I will never forget.

It was this day 7 short years ago:

I was a resident of Franklin Lakes, NJ.

I received a phone call from a dear friend at home, concerned about my well-being --I was clueless.

I was quickly awakened to the situation.

I witnessed via television the second attack.

I received a calls from many caring people, including my mother who wanted me home.

I drove to pick up the kids from school, what was once the beauty of a NYC skyline was now smoke, nothing but smoke (and would remain this way for weeks).

I lay in bed that night, with all air traffic ceased I heard only the sounds of helicopters circling.

I visited days later and felt the peace, eery silence, heartache, anger, frustration, and sadness.

On this day I hold my family closer, remember to Love easier, Serve more and Live happier.