September 11, 2001 started out much like any other day. I arose at 4:00AM, awakened from a deep and restful slumber by an annoying buzzing sound, my alarm clock. In a slight haze, I prepared myself for another long commute to work. I climbed in my car, turned up the stereo and drove off. I stopped at the bright fluorescent lights of the corner Diamond-Shamrock gas station, in need of coffee and gas. I was greeted by …showed first 75 words of 1174 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1174 total…company visiting from out of town. Perhaps during my next visit home, I can go and pay my respects to those that were lost on that beautiful, sunny morning. Since that day, I have taken a long hard look at myself and evaluated what my priorities are. I am thankful for what I have been graced with; a loving family, my health, my faith and this amazing country I live in. I am truly lucky!