September 11, 2001
I was getting ready to go to work at Re/Max First Realty, it was probablly 7 in the morning. I was so tired, when I turned on the TV and heard that a plane had hit the twin towers, I don't think I really understood how bad it really was.
I remember driving to work. I was the receptionist at the front desk. On either side of my desk were two large television sets, that were usually used to monitor stocks and play real estate commercials for Realtor's clients while they waited to see them. However, that day, we all watched the twin towers.
I kept wondering how many people were stuck in the buildings, I'm glad there were less than we feared, but it was still horrible.
I think the thing that I remember most was seeing the people jumping from the buildings. And, I thought, how bad is it that these people have completely given up. I am extremely acraphobic, and the thought of that just makes me ill.
I remember how sad humbled we all were, to know that we aren't perfect and were still vulnerable. And how we all strived to be a little bit better, I know I promised myself and God.
Since then, whenever I find myself complaining or being negative, I try to remind myself that I should be a little more humble, and grateful for what I do have.
I'm so happy to be an American.
