September 11th is now a day for remembering and reflecting on a tragedy that brought our country, and most of the world together in stunned silence. However, before 09/11/2001 people had weddings and birthdays and babies and funerals.
I remember that just a few minutes before the news, I had emailed a friend, sarcastically pointing out that he had reached 50. Now, I know he feels some trepidation and anguish over sharing this day.
Of course I will always remember 09/11/2001 as a date that goes down in history… but first, I will never forget that it’s your birthday!