Remembering: Part of the Journey
Today, one decade and one day after a most horrific event known as 9/11, marks the 10th anniversary of these daily devotional postings. Persons reading this devotion probably remember exactly where they were when the news first reached them on that day. If you were in a place where televisions were playing, you can probably remember pictures of what you saw replayed time and time again. Quite a bit of media time in recent days has been spent remembering, retelling the story in a variety of ways. Remembering is part of the journey.
I wonder if one decade from today we will remember the devastation that occurred in 2011—there have been more billion dollar plus natural disasters this year than ever recorded in a single year (at least that is what I heard on TV). Right now the east coast is trying to work through hurricane and rain events that have left many communities in ruin. I hope we can remember these stories too—they are also part of how the drama of life unfolds.
In bereavement groups this past week, we spent time remembering. We concluded that: in order to journey on, it is good to pause and remember. Remembering helped us to see the changes that have been initiated to be better prepared for our future. I hate that 9/11 happened, but I am grateful for the ways I’ve grown. The events of that day reshaped so many aspects of life. Many people are better equipped to respond to tragedy. While we remember, I trust that we will continue to press on in our efforts to make the world a more peaceful place.
--Ben Keckler
09.12.11
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