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On this sobering anniversary day, I appreciated this video celebrating the strength of the American spirit.  Beautiful music, touching video, and tender commentary lend a calming, peaceful feeling to this September day. 

 
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Thanks for the many examples of kindness that come during difficult times. 

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  1. Marisa BSeptember 11, 2014 at 12:06 PM

    Thank you it is a sad day indeed - I will check the video when I get home tonight -

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    1. KristiSeptember 11, 2014 at 2:03 PM

      9-11-01 was such a shocking day. It's nice to be reminded of the examples of goodness that were demonstrated amidst such horror.

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  2. UnknownSeptember 11, 2014 at 3:40 PM

    It is interesting to see this day through the eyes of students like my Granddaughter who weren't here when it happened. They've seen videos on Youtube but are shocked that WE actually remember seeing it live on TV.

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    1. KristiSeptember 11, 2014 at 4:00 PM

      Yes. Kind of like those of us who have seen footage of the bombing of Pearl Harbor, but were not alive at the time.

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  3. Kristi CampbellSeptember 11, 2014 at 8:46 PM

    I think you know that my husband's job is very much related to all of this, and, in fact, he worked until midnight last night... I can't write about it but I'm so glad that you shared this today. We must always remember to be better, to do better, and to teach better. <3

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    1. KristiSeptember 11, 2014 at 8:59 PM

      Tell your husband thank you for his efforts.

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