My heart goes out to all who have suffered the loss of loved ones and to peoples worldwide who were affected by the vicious attack in New York City. This day of tragedy will not soon be forgotten. Neither will we forget the courageous action of the emergency rescue teams -the medical teams, the police officers, firefighters and civilians who are working to restore that great city.
The towers were brought down, but America stands united and will conquer the evil that has infiltrated our land.
On that day, as I watched the events unfold, I reassessed my life and counted my blessings. For over fifty years, I have taken for granted the freedom of this land in which I live. When I was in grade school, I remember reciting these words every morning:
"I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."
They were just words then. Now I realize the meaning of those words.
Say the words. Listen to them and understand. Count your blessings. |
