September 11 - For One Brief Moment

(Photo by Alfredo - Time of UMass Final Four at Meadowlands in 1996)

For one brief moment on September 11, 2001 time seemed to stand still. People sought family members and recognized the importance of family. Parents gathered their children with a self-protecting love. Helping and caring for other people occurred. Acts of charity were plentiful and strong. There was an assessment of life and what is really important.

News media, and many others, invoked the name of God. Churches and places of worship were full. People unashamedly prayed. There was a strong feeling of patriotism, a pride in being American, and a desire to show the flag.

Crime, and even the thought of it, was absent. We were all in support of our President. Congress and all elected leadership worked together for the good of our country instead of partisan politics. Nations across the world expressed concern, sadness, and unity with the United States.

For one brief moment.....



Alfredo DiLascia
Image News Service