09/11/2026
Twenty-five years later, while the horrifying images we saw that day may still be emblazoned in our minds, it’s the stories of the helpers that live on. It took years of planning for the terrorists to express their hate. But it took regular, ordinary people only seconds to decide to help.
That is the true legacy of September 11. A day that shows us all how courage, kindness, and love can never be defeated. As Mr. Rogers once said: “In times of disaster, I remember my mother’s words. I’m always comforted by realizing that there are still so many helpers — so many caring people in the world.”
The news is always filled with scary stories and images. There will be hard days in the future, affecting families, communities, cities, even our entire country. But when things seem scariest, let us never forget September 11…and always remember to look for the helpers.
You will always find people who are helping.
