So by now, everyone knows, has heard, and is even tired of hearing the news, that kept everyone up late on Sunday night. The ratings for every major network probably increased with the news of Bin Laden's timely death, at the hands of our U.S Millitary Armed Forces. I was both shocked, surprised and tearfully overcome. Even though terrorism isnt far from over, the welcoming of this was awesome news. As a Firefighter/First Responder, the events of 9/11, have always been in my heart. Brotherhood doesnt just stay in one firehall. It spans coast to coast, nationwide. Over my career as a firefighter, I have come to know some great people. Some close, some far. Some still alive, some no longer with us. Since 9/11, More have lost their lives. And not just Firefighters. People, like you and me, loved ones, husbands and wifes, fathers and mothers. Friends. Millitary service men and women. This truly hit home. Watching the President speak, seeing the crowds rejoice. a smile on my face. On CNN, shortly after the official announcement, they flashed this picture on the screen. 
I pondered about the past 9 1/2 years. The war on terror has had its ups and downs. The Brotherhood of Firefighters around the world grew stronger. Our Millitary got Stronger. One by one, Leaders that needed to be taken down, fell at the hands of us. Since 9/11, lives still continued to be lost, due to our fight against those who wished to harm us. To me, hearing this news on Sunday, really didnt cause for celebrating. Especially death. Sure, he killed and caused the death of over hundreds and hundreds of innocent lives. But was this piece of shit (Osama Bin Laden), worth all this attention . Not one time during and after the presidents speech, did we ever get a moment of silence to remember those lost. And then i saw this. 
Firefighter and millitary, and citizens, in the streets, in the area of what once was the towers, celebrating, laughing, hugging, crying and reflecting. A moment of silence was observed for all gone. Brotherhood, at that moment, wasnt just contained to firefighters. It united us all. I personally want to thank all involved. From Police, Fire, Ems, and the millitary. You truly hold a special place in my heart. And for those, who read this. Thank you for taking the time to read it. And when you get a chance, gives thanks in your own special way.
I pondered about the past 9 1/2 years. The war on terror has had its ups and downs. The Brotherhood of Firefighters around the world grew stronger. Our Millitary got Stronger. One by one, Leaders that needed to be taken down, fell at the hands of us. Since 9/11, lives still continued to be lost, due to our fight against those who wished to harm us. To me, hearing this news on Sunday, really didnt cause for celebrating. Especially death. Sure, he killed and caused the death of over hundreds and hundreds of innocent lives. But was this piece of shit (Osama Bin Laden), worth all this attention . Not one time during and after the presidents speech, did we ever get a moment of silence to remember those lost. And then i saw this. 
Firefighter and millitary, and citizens, in the streets, in the area of what once was the towers, celebrating, laughing, hugging, crying and reflecting. A moment of silence was observed for all gone. Brotherhood, at that moment, wasnt just contained to firefighters. It united us all. I personally want to thank all involved. From Police, Fire, Ems, and the millitary. You truly hold a special place in my heart. And for those, who read this. Thank you for taking the time to read it. And when you get a chance, gives thanks in your own special way.Until next post.......
Ya'll stay hard, keep jammin' and we'll see ya,
Peace!
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