Today we all sit down and reflect on the terrible events of September 11, 2001. Where we were, who we were with, what we were thinking and feeling during those terrifying moments are on all of our minds, as well as what that day has meant for our country in the last 10 years as we try to move forward. There really are no words to describe these feelings that those of us who were alive that day experienced.
I was in Mr. Endler's sophomore geography class, third period. I remember he got an email or text message from someone that said to turn on the television in class. Class was just about to end, but he turned on the tv and we watched the first tower burn and then the second plane hit. Living so close to DC and northern virginia, many friends in our school were immediately picked up by their parents, but it wasnt until a little while later that morning that we heard of the Pentagon being attacked, and from there the school day might as well have been over. From math, to gym, to lunch and science, all we did was stay glued to the news until bells rang and we were forced to switch classrooms; sitting in a different seat but watching the same channel.
I remember not fully realizing the magnitude of what was happening and not understanding what terrorism was at the time. This is the kind of thing that our children and grandchildren will learn about in history books. And in the last 10 years it hasnt become any easier to believe.
It was one of the darkest days in our country's history, but we are resilient, and from this horrible day, we have become a more united, caring, determined, and proud nation. For the 3,000 we lost, we will never forget.
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