Remembering....

20 years later, it still brings tears to my eyes. I am grateful to read the speech that George Bush gave at the Flight 93 memorial. It soothes the recent wounds I have felt. The part that stood out for me was this:

"After 9/11, millions of brave Americans stepped forward and volunteered to serve in the Armed Forces. The military measures taken over the last 20 years to pursue dangers at their source have led to debate. But one thing is certain: We owe an assurance to all who have fought our nation’s most recent battles. Let me speak directly to veterans and people in uniform: The cause you pursued at the call of duty is the noblest America has to offer. You have shielded your fellow citizens from danger. You have defended the beliefs of your country and advanced the rights of the downtrodden. You have been the face of hope and mercy in dark places. You have been a force for good in the world. Nothing that has followed — nothing — can tarnish your honor or diminish your accomplishments. To you, and to the honored dead, our country is forever grateful."

Full transcript is here. It is worth reading.

We are getting ready to hit the road tomorrow. Bunker is staying home with aunt Judy and uncle Gary. It is the first time we will be traveling without him. Already starting to miss him. My lap will feel so empty.