It's been ten years years since that shattering day. Every year since then, in the midst of all the revelry and celebration that is the NYC St, Patrick's Day parade, we are reminded of the awful sacrifices that were made--343 firefighters, each carrying a flag for one of their comrades who died that day. This year, we happened to be standing next to little Lauren McIntyre and her family. Lauren was featured on the cover of People magazine last fall (http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20524377,00.html). She was not yet born when her father, who worked for the Port Authority, died in the attack. Her grandfather marched in her father's place with the Port Authority. When he came by, Lauren and her cousins ran out to hug him. Even after all this time, it's so hard.Camera: Kodak EasyShare Z915 Minimal processing in PSE
A sad day which is etched on all our minds...whether in the US or over here in the UK or anywhere where decent people live
ReplyDeleteYour image of the firefighters is so sad and touching.
ReplyDeleteMoving image - well and respectfully captured.
ReplyDeleteDitto what Val said....
ReplyDeleteLove the perfect lines in this...a very emotional shot...You should be proud you captured it perfectly!
ReplyDeleteWonderful tribute
ReplyDeleteYes it was a horrid day, but to me I see: duty, respect and compassion. Very touching photo.
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Touching story to go along with a great photo
ReplyDeleteA touching image indeed,so well captured and presented.
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