We Will Always Remember
The anniversary of the most tragic day in American history is almost upon us. If you're like me, you remember exactly where you were when you heard the news of the terrorist attacks.
I was at Walt Disney World on a family vacation with my husband and his family. It was to be a joyous occasion as this was the first time all of us had gotten together for a trip like this after many years of talking about it. On the day of the attacks, we were to take my 1-year old son and my 2-year old nephew to a character breakfast at one of the resort restaurants. I was coming downstairs (we had rented a townhouse) when my brother-in-law said a plane had crashed into the World Trade Center. At that time, we all thought it was an accident. Then the second plane hit and rumors were flying: a plane hit the White House, the President was missing and on and on.
We decided to go to the breakfast anyway for the kids' sake. My husband, his brother and his dad had gone to one of the parks earlier in the morning and were planning to meet us at breakfast. They actually didn't hear the news of the attacks until they got to the restaurant and saw shocked-faced adults huddled around televisions. It was quite surreal. Here we were with other families and their kids, Mickey Mouse, Pluto, Goofy, Donald Duck and other Disney characters making the kids laugh, just like any normal Walt Disney World day and yet across the room were parents with grim faces watching this tragedy unfold.
Walt Disney World was closed down for the day and we went back to our hotel and stayed glued to the television. It didn't seem possible that something this horrific could happen in our country. The next day Walt Disney World reopened and I remember that as my brother-in-law and I came out from a ride on Space Mountain, a military helicopter flew overhead. Every person that I saw stopped and stared at the sky. It was another surreal moment.
I didn't personally know any of the victims, but I felt like I knew them and felt a sadness and an anger for what had happened to so many innocent people. My heart and my prayers are with each of them.
Lisa Babick
Bella's Entertaining Host
ARTICLES FROM BELLA HOSTS REMEMBERING SEPTEMBER 11:
A Legacy of Love
Many people who have been affected personally by our nation’s most tragic day in history have found a way to help heal their pain. They make beautiful memory scrapbooks, which help comfort their wounded spirits.
God Bless America Screensaver
After the September 11th terrorist attack, the people in my hometown showed their sympathy and anger by displaying the flag and other items with red, white and blue. I´ve put a screensaver together with these pictures.
Great Abandon
In remembrance of the men and women who answered the Greater Calling on that morning in September.
How I Choose to Handle 9/11
It took me approximately 1 month to get back on track after the September 11 tragedy. I think I was completely dumbfounded at what I saw on T.V., and I think I was shocked and I still am because I just can’t imagine someone having that much hatred in them.
Let's Roll For Freedom
Like most people, when I first heard the news, I thought, "accident" or some stunt that went very wrong. Never in my wildest dreams did I think anything close to what was really happening. In my naïve mind, no human could hatch a plan so unspeakable as these acts were.
Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness
As September eleventh draws near, we are reminded of our eternal fight for freedom. And no work has stood for freedom more than the Statue of Liberty. She remains the shining beacon of hope for those who seek shelter at our shores.
Museums remember Sept. 11th
Many museums are having special events to remember September 11th. Read all about these special events here.
Remembering September 11
Here's a beautiful poem from our Writing host called "Only God Knows Why..."
The Remembrance Hearts Project
Here is some information about the Remembrance Hearts project undertaken by the Online Tatting Community.
September 11
As September 11 draws near, it’s difficult not to think of many people who lost their lives at The World Trade Center and the Pentagon. In turn we know that for each person lost there are at least one or more other people who are still suffering that loss.
September 11th One Year Later: A Nation Still Divided
Firefighter memorial halted due to controversy over the inclusion of minorities in the statue. Is this racism or a desire for historical accuracy?
September 11 Teacher Resources
A list of resources especially for teachers regarding the events of September 11.
Songs of Freedom and Remembrance
A collection of links to lyrics and songs dedicated to remembering the events of September 11th.
Special EWTN 9-11 Programming
Special EWTN Programming in Remembrance of September 11, 2001.
Taking AIM on September 11
Getting more information and getting it quickly is what the Internet was made for. And as the magnitude of the events of September 11 unfolded, online users utilized the resource to its fullest extent.
Turning Rubble Into Resolution: Going Forward With Faith After 9/11
Honoring our dead is not measured by how much or how long we mourn, but by our actions once grief has evolved into resolution.
A documentary compiled from CNN's series of the same name, this DVD follows the events of 9/11 as well as the aftermath.
America Remembers - DVD
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