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The first 9-11 signaled a turning point for me. Sent home early from work, I found a calm mother - who would ordinarily be calling me at work. She was unaware of why I was sent home. I'm an hour, if not less, from NYC.
Ironically, six years later, I had my own 9-11. Because today is the third anniversary of Mama's funeral. I haven't been on board since before Sept. 6th - her 3-year anniversary. Three years ago this morning I watched the preparation for the memorial ceremonies while I dressed in black. I burst into tears this morning, watching people gather at the WTC site - still dressed solidly in black. How strange. If we were to do that now for our loved ones - years after their passing - we'd be told to move on. As evidenced by today's memorials, there are heartbreaks one can never move away from. Our hearts remain "in mourning" forever. While we all remember the horrors of 9-11-01 and mourn with the families - I can't help but be a bit selfish this morning - remembering my mother. May she rest in peace.
Ironically, six years later, I had my own 9-11. Because today is the third anniversary of Mama's funeral. I haven't been on board since before Sept. 6th - her 3-year anniversary. Three years ago this morning I watched the preparation for the memorial ceremonies while I dressed in black. I burst into tears this morning, watching people gather at the WTC site - still dressed solidly in black. How strange. If we were to do that now for our loved ones - years after their passing - we'd be told to move on. As evidenced by today's memorials, there are heartbreaks one can never move away from. Our hearts remain "in mourning" forever. While we all remember the horrors of 9-11-01 and mourn with the families - I can't help but be a bit selfish this morning - remembering my mother. May she rest in peace.
I don't think you are at all selfish, today is something even more personal for you and it is your right to mourn your mom and think about her just like every other person who has lost a loved one on a sept 11th.
It's so true what you say regarding the wearing black years later,never thought of that before.
I believe each person has the right to mourn for their loved ones however they wish for how ever long they need.
Hugs to you on this awful day,x
I'm so sorry for the loss of your Mom. I know how hard it is to lose a parent. I've lost both of mine and I miss them terribly. God bless you. hugs, Lee