Today marks the nine year anniversary of one of the most tragic events to happen on US soil since Pearl Harbor. An event so recent that anyone reading this probably remembers that day as if it were happening now. It was an event that has shaped and changed the lives of so many people. One in which I will never forget.
I was unfortunately there during the attack on the world trade center. I had a first hand view of the events as they unfolded. I watched in utter shock as the events unfolded not knowing what was happening or what to do. Ii watched firefighters put their lives on the line to rescue people they never knew with no regard for their own lives. I watched people from all races, creeds and backgrounds unite as one to help each other out. I watched as friends and collegues were killed or never found. I watched as families saw their lives destroyed and children will grow up without a parent.
As we reflect back on the events that happened nine years ago and construction contunues to rebuild we are asked to reflect on that tragic day and what it has done to our lives and where we were during that event. I know for me, it has signifcantly changed the person I am; for the better. I realized how short life really was and the importance of family. Yes, the events are tragic but it has made me a better father, husband and provider for my family. I attended too many services for friends and co-workers to ever forget the impact that day has had on mine and so many lives.
Today may mark the ninth anniversary of what in my lifetime may be the most devasting attack on US soil....but for me this is one day that will always feel like it is happening now. And one day I will NEVER FORGET.
Dave diCecco
Realtor/Broker
www.davedicecco.com
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