Taking time to remember 9/11

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September 13, 2009

Anonymous The Meridian Star Sun Sep 13, 2009, 12:17 AM CDT

As we pause this week to remember the more than 3,000 lives lost eight years ago when terrorists struck the World Trade Center and Pentagon, we do so with a combination of sorrow and pride.

We remember so that we honor those who died and so that we never forget. We remind ourselves of the horror so that the memories remain fresh. May our country never get too comfortable. May we always stand at the ready to defend our homeland.

We also take pride in the courageous men and women from right here in East Mississippi who continue to serve this country — abroad and here at home. They continue to put their lives on the line to protect this great country.

While the attacks of eight years ago happened thousands of miles from Mississippi's pines, it was a solemn reminder that our neighbors aren't defined by distance. The American bond transcends. The brave fire, police and emergency personnel who rushed into a burning building to save lives could have easily been the volunteers and service men and women here.

As we remember and honor those, we also take stock of our country. We honor the importance of having a voice in a free country. Our freedom has oft been challenged but never broken.

The only thing that could threaten that freedom is neglect. If we cease to be active in our government's policy making and remain silent on issues that concern us, we become apathetic and fragile.

Our founding fathers set up this great nation so that each of us — regardless of whether we reside in a mobile home in Meehan or a penthouse in Washington, D.C. — has a voice in how our hard-earned tax dollars are spent.

There are several issues brewing, including a national health care debate. Regardless of your beliefs, we urge you to get involved. Call your congressmen and let them know how you feel. Don't sit silent.

May we honor those we lost by staying ever active and vigilant.

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