elle kynzer

The Events Of 9/11 Are Like A Branding Iron



Posted: Saturday, September 10, 2011

by elle kynzer

Remembering 9/11, is like reviewing all the tragedies our nation has faced in the past twenty years. Our thoughts are like those, who lived when Pearl Harbor was attacked, it is burned into our memory. Those who have had the loss of a family member, in a tragic event in their lives, can relate to the victims of 9/11.

During Labor Day Weekend 2001, we had been to Myrtle Beach, SC, and returned home on that Tuesday. Our return trip conversation was about Washington, DC, and we prayed for our leaders. There were deep concerns over world changes, that didn't seem right. However, there was no way to be prepared for the events, that would unfold a week later.

On that fateful day, my mind was on getting railroad ties, for the bank next to the driveway. The barren wasteland needed something to brace it, and maybe bulbs for Spring flowers. The rest of the planting could be done in the Spring. There was a desire to turn on the television, and just relax, but we did not give into those thoughts. We headed for the local feed and seed store.

When we entered the Feed Store, everyone was glued to the television, and another plane was hitting one of the towers. The realization, that this was not an accident was immediate, to me. Thoughts of the previous bombing, the USS Cole, the Oklahoma City bombing were reverberating in my mind. We left, and did not buy anything.

There was Mayor Guilliano, President Bush, the rubble at Ground Zero, and the tireless workers. The Memorial Services, and the coming together in unity, as a nation. We were Americans, once more. United in our goal to prevent any future attacks, relentless in our pursuit of evil, and Osama bin laden. As time passed, the unity began to evaporate, and we returned to our divisive politics.

We are Americans by birth, or by choice, and yes, we have enemies in our midst. However, Freedom is NOT Free, and we must choose to honor the memories of those who have died, both at the World Trade Center, and in defending the honor of our nation. God Bless the Victims and Survivors of 9/11, and God Bless America!
Elle Kynzer was born in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, and grew up in a rural area, as an only child. She is married with one son, and two grandsons.

She was a Personnel Assistant in her early twenties, and began hiring employees for the company. By her early thirties she had returned to NC, and became an Executive Officer in Real Estate. She also served as part-time USNR for more than ten years.

Elle went back to college at WCU, then went on to teach Criminal Justice for a local Community College, in the local High Schools/college credit.

Elle Kynzer, Author:

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» left by The Old Gray Mare
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Yes we must honor our fallen heroes and our country and flag. We must always remember and remain unified for the good of our country.
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Thanks for this great reminder that freedom isn't free.
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