11 September 2012
Where were you? Those moments that hold pivotal events such as 9-11 unite and repel us simultaneously. We remember the way we watched minute by minute and hour by hour hoping for some word that filled in the "why" that lingers still today. We remember the awkwardly quieted skies as planes were temporarily grounded. We remember the beginning of a war and the yearning for peace.
Cascading waters cradle the names of people whose ashes rained down that day. A field marks the bravery of people who took action when facing certain death. Black granite marks where ordinary workers died going about their daily tasks.
Collectively, we come together and re-member because scattering or forgetting would cut us off from ourselves. Humanity ultimately stands as one no matter which country, race, or age we define ourselves. The whole world remembers and we pause...
Physically, my body revolts today, as though knowing the date. My right side all of the sudden has a spot that hurts. So...knocked on my...butt...it's a day to rest, remember, and realize recovery takes time...no matter what the injury.
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