September 11, 2001 have cast a long dark shadow on our FREEDOM, DEMOCRACY, and our WAY OF LIFE. The United States, along with many other countries have vowed to bring to justice those responsible for these horrific acts. It is so hard to understand why or how anyone could take the lives of so many innocent people in such a senseless and horrible way. To kill others, and to celebrate in the streets, is beyond the understanding of our mental state. Being an American, born and raised in New York, this has affected me and made such an impact on my life, that I'll NEVER forget. Watching those two building collapse is an image that will remain etched in my mind forever. The World Trade Center was so large and so heavily populated, it was like a small city in itself. I think everyone here in New York either knew someone or had family members or friends that either worked in those buildings or was involved in the clean up and rescue. I am so proud to be an American and want to thank all those people all over the world who have shared our pain and mourned with us. You have truly touched my heart. I may NEVER understand why or how something like this could have ever happened. But the one thing I DO understand, is what this country and the American flag stand for. As I drive through the streets of New York, I see so many American flags...and realize now, they can knock our buildings down and take our lives in such a cowardly way, but our flag still stands and will always stand for FREEDOM...and they will NEVER take that away. God Bless America and all those who share our loss and pain.  who lost their lives on September 11, 2001.
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