We Remember

Drew had the unique opportunity, as part of the local Cub Scouts, to take part in Orange's City Sept. 11 celebration today. The boys in his pack are in the second grade and were less than 1 when the attacks happened (Drew was 11 months). We talked to him alot about what happened 7 years ago and why it's so important to still remember and honor the people who died and those who are still fighting for our freedom as a result. The boys stood alongside the Veterans of Foreign Wars in the ceremony and led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance. The VFW men took quite a bit of time with them to explain why we did the ceremony five times (to mark each event on that day.) What a learning experience. Drew was so filled with pride to be included with these men, city officials, firefighters and police officers. He even got to keep a bullet shell from the 21 gun salute. His school was great not to count him absent or event late since he was doing his civic duty. We love our country and are so proud to live here.