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2002-09-11

I was visiting my Sister-in-law in Texas. We were taking my nephew to pre-school. The radio was on and I heard something about the World Trade Center being on fire. I turned to my Sister-in-law and said, "Did you hear that?" She answered with a "No." So I said, "I think they just said the world Trade Center was on fire." So we listened for a minute and the radio announcer said, "We just received news that the other tower has just been hit by a plane." My Sister-in-law and I just looked at each other in disbelief. We couldn't believe something so tradgic coud happen...in the United States.

We rushed home to alert family and my Brother-in-law was already watching the news. It was all over the T.V., every station. We all sat and watched the television in total shock and sadness.

I just couldn't understand what kind of people would [like and want to] think up such an awful attack. It was beyond my comprehension. I am still saddened by the events of September 11, 2001. However, since the tradgic events happened wether we wanted them to or not, I am very greatful that we live in a nation of strong, compassionate people. I am amazed with how the people of the United States reacted to these great triumphs and hardships. The United States will always be strong because of this. Stand tall Lady Liberty, we are behind you!