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 9/11

Watching that video completely amazed me, September 11th was a horrific day for countless Americans. I was six years old; I remember I was in school when an announcement told all teachers to turn their televisions on the news channel. Jaws dropped and eyes glued to the TV, as my whole class watched the Twin Towers in flames. I couldn’t believe what I was seeing. I was so young, so I wasn’t quite sure why all this was happening. I don’t remember if my school closed early that day, but I do remember watching the news with my parents when I got home. Even though none of my relative were affected by this tragedy, my heart and sympathy goes out to all those who were affected directly.

 I have a few things that I consider treasure to me. I save all the letters I receive, notes, movie tickets, plane tickets, everything. I love looking back at them and just remembering what a wonderful or horrible time I had. I understand how something so useless like melted metal, helmets, or pocket watches can mean everything in the world to the 9/11 victims and our country. It symbolizes that nothing can tear our country apart, and it honors the brave Americans that have lost their life. Every little piece of “junk” means something very different to all of us, but if it hits a special place in our hearts, they will remain treasures forever.