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OT: We will Always Remember
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I was in my mid-40s when this happened, but I was just thinking, this happened 24 years ago and kids who were preschool age when it happened have no real memory of this. This means for anyone under 30 this is more of a history book event than a life event. Time flies.
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Unfortunately, memories and the feeling associated with the tragedy do become fainter. Seeing the footage from that day jolts you back. The character and heroism leaps out once again. My respect for the first responders is immense. That was truly a day you can’t forget.
I remember hearing a co-worker over the wall from me saying to others that she heard that a plane had hit a building. I kept on working. Without context I was thinking it must be some reporting of a small plane somewhere in the world. And then more and more people were finding out about that first plane hitting the tower. Certainly startling but we still thought it must have been a small plane and an accident. The gym at work had just put in a couple of TVs a week before and I went over to see what was happening. The second plane had just hit by the time I got there. I saw the footage and everyone was in shock. Surreal.
I checked the Boneyard and posters in NYC and NJ were giving updates on what they were seeing and hearing right in front of them. Live accounts that were shocking and amazing to read. The news on the tv was, as it should be, much more cautiously reporting on what had happened and giving general details. The Boneyarders captured the immediate chaos and uncertainty better. That was hours worth as the situation played out. So although tragic having the yard was something I was grateful for. It was so much more personal experiencing and sharing thoughts as all that unfolded with the BY community.
I remember hearing a co-worker over the wall from me saying to others that she heard that a plane had hit a building. I kept on working. Without context I was thinking it must be some reporting of a small plane somewhere in the world. And then more and more people were finding out about that first plane hitting the tower. Certainly startling but we still thought it must have been a small plane and an accident. The gym at work had just put in a couple of TVs a week before and I went over to see what was happening. The second plane had just hit by the time I got there. I saw the footage and everyone was in shock. Surreal.
I checked the Boneyard and posters in NYC and NJ were giving updates on what they were seeing and hearing right in front of them. Live accounts that were shocking and amazing to read. The news on the tv was, as it should be, much more cautiously reporting on what had happened and giving general details. The Boneyarders captured the immediate chaos and uncertainty better. That was hours worth as the situation played out. So although tragic having the yard was something I was grateful for. It was so much more personal experiencing and sharing thoughts as all that unfolded with the BY community.
Was in NYC that day and so many memories including a few crazy run ins……every hour of that day is seared in my mind. If you never knew Manhattan was an island, you knew it that day
Still remember what I was wearing, what I did all day and how I got home to my kids. Literally longest day of my life and I will NEVER forget.
Still remember what I was wearing, what I did all day and how I got home to my kids. Literally longest day of my life and I will NEVER forget.