9/11 Remembrance – How Has Life Changed for Americans Since the Tragedy?

It has been 11 years now since the 9/11 tragedy. I keep hearing the media calling this the 9/11 "Anniversary." I personally think that is a horrible word for it. I think if anything it should be called a remembrance or a memorial. Life for Americans has changed so much over the last few years. How has it affected your life as an American?

I can tell you that getting through customs at the airport has not gotten any easier. It took us hours to get through customs when I returned from Spain. Customs treated every person crossing through like they were criminals and gave every one the third degree.

Some of us have even seen our brothers, fathers, sons, sisters, mothers, daughters and friends join the military to fight for our country and to fight against terrorism. My brother, Jordon Williams, joined the Army and went straight to Iraq. I wasn't happy at first and was worried about his safety. He knew what he was doing and I have always been extremely proud of him.

Now the government has a right to look through phone records, text messages and even emails due to the USA PATRIOT Act. I don't have a problem with the government seeking out terrorist in our country and making sure we stay safe. That's what a government is for to protect the people. I'm fine giving up some of my privacy to have a safer country. Do you think it's right that the government has the right to go through your personal records for what ever the reason under the Patriot Act?

Let us not forget those that lost their lives in the 9/11 tragedy. This Tuesday is a day of remorse. Remember the innocent people on the planes. Remember the innocent people in the buildings. Remember the brave Fire Fighters, Police Officers and members of the Military that were lost trying to save those innocent people. Remember the families that lost to this tragedy. And remember why you're proud to be an American.