Everyone say a prayer today for those that we lost on 9/11/01, and for the Marines, soldiers, seaman, airmen, etc., that we lost in the battle that has followed.
Where were you?
I was already slated to go to Marine boot-camp on 9/15/01 - I was at my girlfriend (at the time, she's now my wife!) Bri's house when I woke up in the morning and walked past her father and the tv. I wasn't awake enough yet to comprehend what the tv was showing, but Bri's dad kind of said "SIT DOWN" in the kind of way that you know you should do what he says, lol.
I sat down and couldn't believe what was happening. The second plane hit the other tower within minutes. Not long afterwards, there were news feeds entering that reported a plane hitting the Pentagon... The whole time I was thinking "Wow, what a GREAT time to go to boot camp!" although the family didn't really think so.
After that day, nothing has been the same, really. Just reflect on the changes that this country went through after 9/11. For example, I previously had no problems going through the airport, but after the bombings they were in lock down! When I was reporting for combat training (in full Alpha uniform attire with a sea-bag and orders), I was asked to dump my sea-bag and take off my shoes. THAT was an interesting conversation with the gal at the counter!
No matter where you were or are right now... just don't forget. I've never seen so many closet patriots in this country. Remember to come out once in a while
Semper Fi.