Never Forget

September 11, 2001 was one the darkest days in our Nation's history. What a sad and truly horrible day. I was a freshman in college. Just starting out on my own. I had lived on my own for less than 2 months.

That was the day that changed our lives forever. It changed our sense of security. Of trust. Of life. But it's a day that we can never forget. What an important day that was. There were so many heroes, people that gave their lives to help others. And so many innocent lives that were lost.

This image, is forever ingrained in my mind. Along with watching the Twin Towers collapse. That's how my life as an adult began, with this tragic day.

But on this day, 9 years later, I celebrate the lives that were lots. They're what's important. So many lives were changed because of this day. But we'll never forget those who lost their lives.

I have some footage on VHS. And I was slightly tempted to bring it with me. Just to watch and remember. But today, I'm not going to be sad. I'm going to work hard at celebrating so many beautiful lives. And I'm going to live my days to the fullest. Because so many people never got the chance. ♥Besitos

Wondering

It's been about a year since my neighbor died. She was an amazing woman. It was so sad. I didn't know that she had past away. At the same time that she died, my uncle also died. And I had gone home. It wasn't until about a month later, that I found out that my neighbor had past away. So sad!

1 year. Her husband has stayed strong. Their daughter and granddaughter moved in with him. He also has 2 friends there. And from time to time his son also stays there. You see, my neighbor was in her early 50s. And was having stomach issues. We'd sit and talk many nights in our yards. And I'd encourage her to see a doctor. She never did. Until the end. The day that she went in, they gave her less than 6 months. A week later, she had died.

It was a short time. An extremely short time. And I never got to say goodbye. I know, she left me with a feeling of loss. I miss her. I miss seeing her smile. Talking about her granddaughter. Sharing recipes. And just having a nice talk. It's been a year. And I can only imagine the pain the family still feels.

Slowly but surely, they've been selling their stuff. About a month ago, lots of stuff went to the trash. And lots is being sold on Craig's List. It makes me sad. To know that one day, all of us will just be but a memory.

I'm also sad because it isn't looking good. I think, it's weird that they're selling all their furniture. Who does that? I don't know. But to me, it looks as though they may be in the process of moving. Which is incredibly sad.

These were the first of my neighbors that I met. Incredibly kind. Always willing, able, and excited to help out. They made me smile and laugh. J was there when I needed a shoulder to cry on. And it's been a pleasure to live next door. I just hope that my neighbor is not moving. What an incredible loss that would be. ♥Besitos

A Sad Day

I don't even know what to say. My heart is breaking. My dear Aunt past away today...

I was planning on coming down here. To my hometown. When my parents called me yesterday and told me how bad she was, I knew I had to come. I wanted to say goodbye. So I talked to Dr. S and let him know. And I was coming today.

My Mom called this morning. As I was preparing to leave. And she told me that my Aunt had died. I didn't know what to say. Or what to think. It wasn't that long ago that I had seen her. She was just 72 years old. It's a sad day for our family.

I still made the trip. And the whole way, I kept hearing this sad songs on the radio. I cried most of the way. Collin Raye's "If You Get There Before I Do" kept coming on. And I just kept thinking about my Uncle. And the song, "Temporary Home," by Carrie Underwood just brought me to tears.

By the time I got to my Uncle's house, I was so emotional. And seeing him, just made me want to cry. he was so lost! They had been married over 50 years! It makes me wonder what the next few days are going to bring. I just wish that my Uncle could have some peace. I know it's going to be really hard for him. ♥Besitos

Scared

Today was pretty scary. I was sleeping. I had, had a long shift at work. And I came home and just went to sleep. Only to wake up to a lot of noise. I freaked out. It was kind of stormy. A little scary already. But I made it to the back of my house. We're I faced a gun. Head on.

There were 2 police officers in my house. They had crawled in through a window. And that's what I had heard. Supposedly, they had been called by the mailman. He was concerned that I hadn't been picking up the mail. Which was a total lie. I bring in the mail every single time I come home. And that day, I had brought it in when I had gotten home.

I have a feeling, they were looking for my brother. I don't know why. But I just do. They searched my house. Looking for something. But I'm not sure what. Int he end, they left. The Sergeant that was with them, left his card. I think he was really worried.

They called the paramedics too. Just to make sure I was OK. Clearly, I was shaken up. Who wouldn't be. It was a scary experience. Anytime a gun is pointed at you, it's scary. I was in tears. I had no clue what was going on. It just makes me wonder, what is going on...

Now, I need to pull myself together. Everyone just left. And I need to head back to work. I'm not going to lie here, I'm still really shaken up. But I have a job and responsibilities. I just hope, nothing else crazy happens tonight. ♥Besitos