September 11th Twin Towers Attack

Today is September 11th, the anniversary of one of the most disturbing and devastating attacks on American soil. I still remember when it happened. I was on vacation and in a hotel when I saw everyone standing around, glued to the TV. It took some time to realize what was going on as we saw huge plumes of smoke surrounding the twin towers where so much Wall Street commerce goes on. As we watched in horror, the buildings came crashing down into piles of rubble, leaving a haunting gap in the proud New York skyline.

It hit especially close to home because my cousin works in the twin towers. We found out later that she was at home on that day on maternity leave.

So many Americans have been protesting the war in Iraq and it seems all I ever hear about is how wrong the war was. But unlike them, I still remember the panic and terror this country felt after this attack, which promised to be merely the first of many. Our war crushed the hearts of terrorists and reminded them that America does not negotiate with terrorists. It goes to their home and crushes them where they stand.

Pulling Troops Out of Iraq

America is now considering pulling some of its troops out of Iraq as early as September. At least one of the 15 combat brigades may be withdrawn, allowing them to return to their families. Nothing is final as of yet, but it could represent a much awaited homecoming for many families.

Afghanistan Refugee Camps

Reports show the situation for Afghani refugees trying to return home from neighboring countries. Organizations have set up refugee camps to harbor the refugees and provide them a place to live. Apparently the wells have run dry, the water supplies are low, they can barely get enough food, and many are considering just returning to the cities that are already established, even though they can't afford to live there. It seems the efforts to aid these displaced people are failing miserably.