GREENWICH, Conn. As Greenwich residents mark the 10th anniversary of 9/11 and reflect on the past decade, many look forward with hope for a more peaceful future.
Phyllis Maguire said she tried her best to explain to her then 6-year-old daughter, Kim, what happened that day without scaring her. Now 16, Kim grew up in a post-9/11 world and said that although she doesnt remember much about the day, she does remember her mother and teacher trying to make sense of it. Now Im older and I just hope nothing like this ever happens again, she said.
My two girls are my hopes for the next 10 years, said Maguire. I hope they can change the world, because I dont see change happening anytime soon.
Diane Rasweilers brother was in one of the twin towers on Sept. 11 and didnt make it out. A lot of good people were lost that day, said Rasweiler. My hope is that people get that they have to be kind and work together for the common good.
Lori Jackson is friends with the Greenwich family of Jason Jasi Sabbag, who was a 26 year old assistant vice president at Fiduciary Trust when he died on Sept. 11. Its been a tough 10 years, said Jackson. My hope is the world becomes a friendlier place and we all remain safe.
At a Friday evening ceremony at Glenville Firehouse to dedicate a new 9/11 memorial, the speaker, former FDNY member Joe Higgins, said Americans should never let their guard down. These people are out for us. Theyre murderers and theyre not going to rest, so we are not going to rest, he said.
Selectman Drew Marzullo said he took Higgins words to heart. When it comes to safety, I think we do need to be vigilant, Marzullo said. I hope and pray that nothing like this ever happens again.
Reflecting on the 9/11 decade, what are your hopes for the next 10 years? Comment below or email ahelhoski@thedailygreenwich.com.
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