Sept. 11 was a horrific reminder how vulnerable we as a nation are. But why was this happening? Politics? Religion? Revenge? Hatred? On a bigger scale it reminds me not to take for granted our greatness or safety as a country. How do I contribute to the peace? On a smaller scale it reminds me not to take the people around me for granted. How do I love and help those around me? Many things I worried about before 9-11 seem trivial now. Life is short, cherish the moment.

Lisa Miller, Lawrence