I'm taking time today to say a prayer and offer my personal resolve. Not a prayer of the faithful, but a prayer of the hopeful. I am resolved to offer my personal peace to the world. I set aside my anger, and hatred, so that my children and generations to follow can live a life free of fear. No man's race, religion, creed or nationality should ever be less than a joyous celebration of the diversity of mankind. Enjoy the day, remember those who have passed with fondness not sadness. Offer a broad smile to an acquaintance, a hug to a friend, and say "I love you." We never know when the last time we'll be able to say or hear those words to those we care about. Have a safe and peaceful day. I will always remember what went through my mind when I heard about the crash a year ago today. I can still remember the feeling that I had when I heard that DC was hit, and the feeling that I didn't know what was going to happen. I remember trying to call people on the phone, and not being able to get through. The only thing that kept me going, was that I didn't see any familiar names from those flights. When I finally got through, I was so relieved, yet angry at the same time. Who in the hell could do such a cruel thing, and why is it happening to us. The true reasons, I will never know, but I will always remember.
