9/11

I remember. I remember that before you became a victim you were a person who laughed, who cried, who lived. I remember that before you became a national hero you were a hero to those that loved you. I remember that hate brought us to this point, but it will not make us leave it. I remember that when the morning was blue, terror reigned, and more then buildings trembled. I remember that when we thought there was no hope, we found it in each other. I remember that a thirst for vengeance lead us astray. I remember that they hated us for a litany of reasons. I remember that hating them will not stop this cycle. I remember that we are just another place where terror now lives.

And because I remember I pledge that I will not let terror change my life. I pledge I will do my best to help those who are unable to help themselves. I pledge to never let hate dictate my beliefs. I pledge to be the person who will stand up to help, not lash out in fear. I pledge that I will not judge another by their culture or beliefs. I pledge I will not punish someone for crimes they did not commit. I pledge that all that was lost that day will not be in vain. I pledge I will remember.