Where were you on 9/11?

This plaque is affixed to the American Consulate in Quebec City given in thanks for Canada's support on 9/11

The sentiment expressed with gratitude on the 10th anniversary of 9/11 commemorating both Americans and Canadians, goes further by saying: "We are happy to have the best neighbors in the world". It was true then, and is true now!

Neighbors south of the border were not alone in our horrible hour of need. So many, but most especially Canadians, offered support and help, comme toujours! It was not so long ago, but 25 years have gone by, and the day lives in memories and certainly in stories. We all know where we were on 9/11.

There are a million stories out there of how life changed that day. This is one that is full of hope:

Two men, one American, one Canadian, were inside the Twin Tower that was hit first. They did not know one another, but they helped each other descend 84 flights of stairs in darkness as the building collapsed around them. They have been friends ever since. That's how it works when someone reaches out to help another in need. Friendship is found in the other and in the end is cherished forever. https://share.google/yYAWdwH1Y94ft8dMY

I remember the morning's events sunk in when NPR turned to music, somber music, that said more than words could. On the first anniversary, it so happened I was in Grand Central Station in NYC at 9 am. A loudspeaker announced a moment of silence. Grand Central went completely silent. Later, at Trinity Church near to ground zero, the organ had to be replaced because all the soot and debris had clogged the pipes, but a new organ was being played for the first time since that fateful morning. The church was packed. We listened and sang with one voice "The Song of David". https://www.marshallandogletree.com/opus1

Where were you on 9/11? Take a moment to share something you remember in the comments please.