What do you do different since 9/11?

[MJames41]

For myself, I tell my children I love them every chance I can, everytime I talk to them on the phone, when I leave a room they are in, when I tell them good night. I used to tell them at least 4 or 5 times a week, now it's 3, 4 or more times a day.

Also, I've made arrangements to look into running for public office. How about everyone else?

 

[AirForceRocks]

I'm much more aware of what's going on around me, especially when I'm in town. I pay closer attention to large trucks that look like they don't belong, and if I'm sitting in gridlock near a school bus, I keep my eyes on the bus to see that no one gets out and goes towards the bus. I'm very concerned that it won't be long before we start getting the kind of individual suicide bombers that Israel has been having to contend with.

I've also changed the way I look at candidates for public office when it comes to deciding for whom I'll vote.

 

[grinningghost]

I hate to admit this, but I am more suspicious of people, particularly people who appear Middle Eastern. I know this isn't PC, but I offer no apologies. If it had been young Caucasian males that took over those airplanes, I'd be looking at all of them more suspiciously instead.

On a more positive note, I am more alert to my surroundings and I do appreciate my family even more than before. Every day when my DD returns from school, I get a sense of relief that she made it home again.

 

[Michelemouse]

To be honest, it didn't change how I live my life one bit. It was a terrible tragedy and I wish it had never occured, but as for my day-to-day existence it really had no effect. I've always been one who tries to live each day to the fullest so there was no impact there. I am truly no more suspicious of others since that horrible day...I am still fairly trusting, but with the soul of a skeptic!

There have always been terrible people in the world. For my generation (I am in my late 30's) the hijackers will always come to my mind when I think of evil, just as Adolph Hitler does for my mother. Evil changes its face on a regular basis but it is always there.

 

[Minnesota!]

I never go to bed mad, and don't part with DH on biting words. Never know when it is the last thing you are going to tell them. I should learn to do this with all people, though...

 

[wdwnutze]

I am more suspicious of people. I also avoid going into the city. I will no longer get on a plane. I wish I could get over my fear but I know I can't.

 

[CookieGVB]

Flying has become more difficult for me to deal with, especially on those occasions when I am flying alone.

 

[GeekChic]

I hate to admit this, but I am more suspicious of people, particularly people who appear Middle Eastern. I know this isn't PC, but I offer no apologies. If it had been young Caucasian males that took over those airplanes, I'd be looking at all of them more suspiciously instead.

...you mean if they looked like Timothy McVeigh? He was a terrorist, too.

You can't judge people by their appearance, and if you think that you're any safer around 'caucasian' people...think about John Walker Lindh.

I don't take the people I love for granted. I didn't before 9/11 because of nearly losing several family members suddenly (including my Dad and my DH's mom 10 days apart) made us realize that life can change in an instant.

I am nervous about traveling, but we're still going to WDW. You can't let them win by giving up our freedom out of fear.

 

[Towncrier]

Honestly, I go to Walt Disney World more often. I refuse to let the terrorists win. Perhaps I am a little more tolerant of the idiot drivers that I share the road with during my daily commute. And definitely more hugs for family and friends.

One more thing. I always take my shoes off when I go through the metal detectors at airports. I'm tired of being frisked.

 

[RickinNYC]

I actually made a pretty significant change in my life. I used to be a national sales rep in the financial industry, chasing commissions and bonuses each and every day.

Now, I manage the volunteer services department for a non-profit organization that provides donated food to more than 800 agencies and community programs in NYC that feed those in need.

On the homefront, my partner and I are closer than we've ever been before. We always express our feelings (I was usually pretty stoic about doing so due to my upbringing). We also ride the subway to work together every day that we are able.

Rather than being glued to the TV constantly, now we have quiet "book" nights, game nights and simply chat nights.

If there is ever a silver lining to this tragedy, it's brought us closer.

 

[HeyMickey]

All I can think of is that I try to always wear good socks to the airport now so I'm not embarrassed if I have to take my shoes off for security...

 

[Mad4Mickey]

I lost my cousin on 9/11 . He was doing what he loved he was trying to help strangers.Strange how I really thought his unit would be in a air pocket somewhere waiting for other FF to get him out.
My friend and I had a WDW trip paid for and we were to leave on 9-20-01. WE got on that plane ,inside I was scared and I felt sad but the point is we got on the plane and went anyway. It was hard and we were both shocked when we walked into the MK to see there was not a soul on Main St. The picture I took that day serves as a reminder of what happened.

9/11 changed my life more then anyone can know . It effects the way I think,feel,and sometimes if I can sleep.I lost more then family that day ,I really lost something I have had my whole life.....The feeling of being safe!


Wishing everyone a Tagged night

 

[adamak]

I don't wear heels anymore to work. Or nice skirts. I wear something that I know I can walk or run down the stairs and walk home.

I worked very hard at our disaster recovery plan, at work and at home.

Each time I talked to DH on the phone, I tell myself to remember the last thing he said.

I don't wait for a sale if I really want to enjoy something.

I take a moment *everyday* to look at the city I live and work in. What a marvelous place. I took a deep breath and think, I cannot believe I survive here.

 

[kayeandjim00]

...you mean if they looked like Timothy McVeigh? He was a terrorist, too.

You can't judge people by their appearance, and if you think that you're any safer around 'caucasian' people...think about John Walker Lindh.

Just wanted to second this! You absolutely can't judge people by their appearance.

 

[LIDisneyFan]

I work near home, not in downtown Manhattan

My traveling has changed for twice a month worldwide to local driving

I see my kids...every day...

I thank God...often

I can think of very little I do the same, but then again, my life has been totally change.

Out of everythig bad, comes a little good. I found my good.

God bless.

 

[nyyankees5]

I tell my family that I love the more than I did before....

I live life to the fullest, don't worry about saving that penny for a rainy day.... you never know when that rainy day may come.

I haven't been on a plane since that day...we arrived in WDW on 9/6/01. But will attempt it on 9/26/03 for our first trip back since.

May GOD BLESS you all.


Nyyankees5

 

[Aurora63]

It hasn't changed my daily life much, but I have tried to not take people for granted, as you never know when they (or you) may be leaving. AndI try to take the time to smell the roses.

My husband happens to be middle eastern, and I am so thankful that our city did not have much backlash. He gets looks once in awhile, and a boss of his started treating him way differently after 9/11, but most people have not given him a problem. They do come in all shapes, sizes, and colors...from Mohammed Atta to Tim McVeigh to the DC snipers.

 

[delswife]

It changed my little boy into a man.
I quit trying to have a career and have a job thats fun.
I spend more time with my family.
I buy what I want, when I want it.
I thank God for even little things, and don't blame him when something terrible happens.
I planned another trip to disney.

 

[Planogirl]

I try to think of family and home first and then work. I plan to always work close to home and to control my hours because I think that my family is more important than any workplace. Before it was always "I'll get to it later" but later tended not to come.

I also take the plunge and try to do more new things than before. I try hard not to procrastinate but old habits die hard!

 

[CourtasanSatine]

9/11 made me start trying to regain my musical dreams when I tried out for American Idol and won a karaoke contest.It also made me find love again(with DBF and we had only lost touch,nobody was to blame but we found each other again)