Never Forget: 2001-09-11

Today marks the fifth anniversary since the despicable attacks on our nation and world on 2001-09-11. The consequence of the intervening years makes it seem much longer, yet the sparkling weather experienced throughout the region refreshed my memory. People in North America and throughout the world commemorated the tragic event in many different ways, whether at a candlelight vigil, creating street art or at a rally in support of our troops.

September 11th tested our friendships, including that between the U. S. and Canada. As witnessed by the extraordinary warmth offered by our brothers and sisters in the Maritimes after the FAA shut down U. S. airspace, our friendship passed that test with flying colors. We will never forget the barbarism wrought on our people that morning. Even more, we will never forget Canada's demonstration of brotherhood that day. Deepest thanks, Canada!