We Remember

A memory is what is left when something happens and does not completely unhappen. ~Edward de Bono, Maltese physician, philosopher, author

Like with JFK’s passing

Or the Challenger explosion,

Life-altering events

Uniting us all.

We remember:

Where we were

What we were doing

When 9/11/01 rolled around.

An ordinary day

For work or school.

Cloudless skies

Became dark with terror.

We remember:

Planes hitting buildings,

Selfless heroes

Too many gone too soon.

A flurry of prayers

Forgotten faith reignited.

Increased vigilance,

Stiffer security measures.

We remember:

And by remembering

Honor those who no longer can.