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2002-08-23

I was in my classroom getting ready for our team meeting. I turned on
my television and saw the report on CNN. I was horrified to see the first tower
that has hit and watched in disbelief as the second one was
attacked. It seemed surreal to me, that it couldn't really
be happening. Right away I wondered how we, as teachers could
possibly know how to calm the fears of our students when our
own fears were burgeoning. Somehow, we did find a way, and
our school pulled together to offer a tribute to the heroes
and the victims of that horrible day. In the aftermath of
the attacks, I fully realized just how fragile peace is and
how lucky I am to live in a country where people do pull
together to support each other. I also came to fully appreciate
the sacrifice that our ancestors made to ensure that we live
in this country and not one where tyranny rules.

I think I have become even closer to my church and my belief
and that I need to work even harder to be a part of an effort
for tolerance and peace in the world.

I think we should all remember that we are a nation of one, and
that those who served that day in any capacity showed all of
us just what patriotism is all about -- that we do have a duty
to others and that we need to do what it takes to make certain
that our fellow countrymen will continue to live free.

Not only did I fly the flag after the events, I had it flying
high and proud before that and continue to do so today.