Honesty

Another 9-11 post

I was just thinking about the events after the attacks that we all witnessed and even in the months following...the only word I can think of to explain it is Honesty.

I think we saw what/who we really are. I think the shock of the events kept everyone true to themselves. Individualism was gone because "We Were One" in those moments.

Reporters seemed to want to report, not try to win an Emmy, or get their point of view on air. Networks worked together to facilitate donations and contact families.

Elected officials did their duty, not muscle for political gain. Communities grew closer together. American flags were no where to be found in the stores.

People wanted to help so much, nobody really knew what to do. Lines formed outside bloodbanks. Children sold ribbons. Truckloads of bottled water, snacks, face masks were sent to NY.

I think when we let our guard down (or its knocked off) we show who we are. Unfortunately the masks are back on and more secure than ever. I don't think another attack would have the strength to remove them. God save us all.