Definitely a somber day for a football opener. 9/11 will always be a day of remembrance for all of us.
My high school girlfriend and I had both moved on after 6 years of dating, and I remember us talking on the phone that day like it was the end of the world (it truly felt like it). In a strange way, 9/11 helped bring us back together. We'll be married 20 years in October with two beautiful kids.
We visited the 9/11 memorial last fall. I strongly encourage people to visit, but be prepared....there is a tangible heaviness in the air.
No one speaks, all you hear is the occasional sniffle. My daughter and I just stood there at the pool in silence because, well, it's hard to talk when you're ears are full of tears.
It's important for all of us to remember those innocent people who lost their lives that day in such a horrific way.
We carry on for them, and we will never forget.