Remembering September 11th

Several online campaigns urge American citizens and friends to remind the world that we still remember and grieve the sad events of September 11, 2001. We have certainly not forgotten the terrorist attacks, crashing airplanes into New York's World Trade Center and the American Pentagon building.

Here are a few simple, but practical, ways each of us can make a public statement to honor those we lost on that tragic day, just six years ago. We can salute their still-bereaved friends and families. And we can send a nonverbal message of our patriotism to the rest of the globe.

Let the world see that Americans still stand together!

Fly a Flag.

Emails are flying, and so should Old Glory! On Tuesday, September 11, 2007, let's fly as many American flags as we can. Every home and each business can display the star spangled banner, waving proudly in the breeze!

Shortly after the 9-11 tragedy, our flag was omnipresent. Everyone displayed flags at home, at work and even on their vehicles. Gradually, the stars and stripes became less visible. Let's bring the flag back, especially on September 11^th.

Leave the Lights On.

On this anniversary date, we can all drive our cars with the headlights lit, even in daylight. By doing so, we can alert others on the road that we support our country.

Funeral processions usually travel with headlights turned on. By doing this on 9-11, we can show our respect and remembrance for those who perished on this dark day.

Just be sure to switch your light off when you silence your engine, or you may find out which of your countrymen are willing to stand with you, while holding a set of booster cables!

Repeat the Pledge.

On September 11^th, at noon, we can all pause for a moment to repeat the Pledge of Allegiance. ("I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.")

As you reflect upon the Pledge and its meaning, this might be an excellent opportunity to pray for our country, our leaders, and especially for the families and friends of those who lost their lives in the horrific events and aftermath of 9-11.

Wear Your Colors Proudly.

What better occasion could there be for all Americans to sport our national colors? Let's all wear red, white and blue on September 11^th to demonstrate our pride in our United States! Don't clear those summer clothes out of your closet just yet. Your Fourth of July shirt, bandanna or necktie may be just the ticket for September 11^th.

If all Americans show up at work, school or other activities in red, white and blue, what a lovely patriotic statement it could be!

Simple Statements Speak Volumes.

None of these actions requires any real sacrifice from any of us. However, if we participate unanimously, we can make a very loud statement of solidarity!

If we love America, let's be bold to say so. And, if indeed, "in God we trust," then let's be clear about that too.

God blessed America, and He has blessed her throughout her history. May He continue to do so!

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