Responsibility

     I am writing this post from the couch where Josh and I have been sitting for at least the last two hours watching documentaries about September 11th, 2001. Some from the National Geographic channel and some from the History channel, all were very touching. Watching the stories of these heroes makes me strive to be even half the person they were/are. I don't know if I would have the courage to do what they did, but their stories inspire me.

 Here we are at the 10 year mark and it is hard to believe that much time has passed. We now have generations of children growing up without having witnessed the tragedy in real time as I did and many others. It makes me feel a little old, but it also makes me feel a level of responsibility to my nephews, my future children, and all the others who will come into the world not having witnessed this. All of us, who were old enough to realize what was happening, remember where we were and what we did on that day. I know I will never forget any of it. So, just like the generations in the past who have witnessed defining moments in history, and have carried on the memories and never let anyone forget, we have to do the same. I encourage everyone to take on that responsibility and never forget!

On another note, but staying on the topic of responsibility, I had one interesting weekend. On Saturday Caroline and I planned a panini day where we would make yummy sandwiches with my panini maker. We went to Fresh Market first to get all of the makings for the sandwiches and that's when my stupidity hit. We parked, I got out of my car and realized I didn't have my key so I started looking in my purse. My car doesn't have any springs in the door so it is very heavy and doesn't bounce back like many other vehicles do, so it closed. Were my keys in the car? Why yes they were! Where? The ignition! Why? Because it was still running!

 I called Josh first because he has the spare key and he was on his way to a Jags game. He informed me he had no idea where the spare was because it was in a box somewhere at home. Perfect! He sent me the number for roadside assistance, which we subscribe to every month because I seem to have this problem a lot. Fortunately, I didn't have to wait long and a lady came to unlock my car. Sigh! We made it home with the supplies and it was worth all of the trouble! Parmesan basil bread with smoked honey turkey and provolone cheese.

                            

I survived Saturday and spent today with family celebrating Kelli's and Todd's birthdays. It's always great to get everyone together. Here are some pics from today of me and my nephews, Connor and Cooper: