September 11th

In 1999 I started a gratefulness journal where I would write done five things I was thankful for at the end of each day. It was an off again on again prayer journal of sorts.

Ten years ago on September 11th this is what I wrote...

"Today I am grateful, along with many other people around the world, that my family and loved ones are safe and alive in our presence.

I thank God for...

-seeing my children's' cute little faces, whether they are happy or sad, and hearing their giggles and cries.

-getting a hug from my husband when he came home from work.

-prayer

-the good people in the world"

As I read that list I thought to myself that it does not state anything too inspiring or profound. But after watching the coverage this week and the stories of the victims and the survivors I see why those were the words I chose.