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2004-05-13

I didn't hear about it when it first happened. During that time, I was taking 3 buses to get to school and didn't listen to any media sources while preparing for the day. My first bus transfer was at the LAX bus stop. When I got onto the second bus, a fellow passenger had her walkman on and was saying that planes had crashed into WTC and the Pentagon. When I heard the news, I was scared, since I knew the Pentagon was well-protected (so I thought). During the rest of the day, I checked the internet for updated news.

I'm more aware of my surroundings. Whenever I go out of my hometown, I always make sure my family and close friends know my complete itinerary. This includes my travel plans to and from the airport. Before, I wouldn't be detailed. I am more knowledged of current events. I make sure people are not stereotyped for what they look like.

All the people who died that day should be remembered. They were innocent victims, especially the children. They did not deserve to die by doing their normal routines. We should also remember the national pride we had, so that we may continue to have that pride.

I didn't own an American flag at that time. I showed my pride vocally. I think the events strengthened what the American flag means to me. It's not just a flag, but OUR flag.