story4278.xml
Title
story4278.xml
Source
born-digital
Media Type
story
Date Entered
2002-09-11
911DA Story: Story
Looking for the 'safe' PBS channels for my pre-schooler, I came across the image of smoke billowing from one of the twin towers. I heard them say it was a plane that had crashed into it and they were discussing the possibility that it was planned! Then, before my eyes, the second plane hit the other tower.
Then, I knew for sure, it was no accident. I remember thinking how removed and helpless I felt. But the true horror and total disbelief came as the day unfolded and the towers fell. I still can't believe how humans can do such things to each other. As if that wasn't enough, I soon learned that
children I know lost a parent because of this senseless act. My heart aches for those who have lost their loved ones. What have the terrorists gained from this? I will not be deterred by terrorists and will enjoy all the freedoms that my ancestors fought to gain for this country and the world. Peace be with you.
Then, I knew for sure, it was no accident. I remember thinking how removed and helpless I felt. But the true horror and total disbelief came as the day unfolded and the towers fell. I still can't believe how humans can do such things to each other. As if that wasn't enough, I soon learned that
children I know lost a parent because of this senseless act. My heart aches for those who have lost their loved ones. What have the terrorists gained from this? I will not be deterred by terrorists and will enjoy all the freedoms that my ancestors fought to gain for this country and the world. Peace be with you.
Collection
Citation
“story4278.xml,” September 11 Digital Archive, accessed April 6, 2025, https://911digitalarchive.org/items/show/6561.