TakingITGlobal - Panorama - How Bad Brings...

Published on: Sep 2, 2003

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Lately, it seems that bad news brings out the best in people. Living in the United States, much has happened recently to, specifically, New York City. Of course, on the tragic date of September 11th, two planes flew right into the World Trade Center. Depressing as it was, it didn't seem to be as bad as it could have been. Unlike most thoughts, the community did not freeze. Yes, we were all crying, but most people did not waste time to slip on the salty tears. Instead, they went right into action helping the needy that no longer consisted of the homeless bums on the side of the city streets. The next day, city citizens were waiting HOURS on line to donate their own blood. Others were donating hundreds of dollars to support families with lost husbands and mothers while professionals donated their time to grieving friends. I have never seen the nation so united in my 16 years of living. It's a shame how everyone seemed always angry at each other before September 11th, but the day after, all that puny hatred came together to form a blanket of love that covered all foes and nightmares. Everyone was brought together to work as a team of friends and loyal acquaintances. A similar event happened more recently in New York City, once again. On August 14, 2003, a blackout occurred down eastern part of the United States, and even some places in Canada were affected. In New York City, people seemed to once again unite as a team. All the petty differences seemed to wash away in the sewers, even if it was for just those couple of nights. It's weird how things work out like that. How bad and cruel events could turn people good and then finally help them realize how good their lives are, and how every day they take advantage of working in a safe building or reading a book with a lamp at night. This definitely teaches a lesson to the world. Always appreciate what you have because tomorrow, it might disappear right in front of your eyes.

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by Rachel Moses
Published on: Sep 2, 2003
Topic:
Type: Opinions
https://www.tigweb.org/express/panorama/article.html?ContentID=1832


Lately, it seems that bad news brings out the best in people. Living in the United States, much has happened recently to, specifically, New York City. Of course, on the tragic date of September 11th, two planes flew right into the World Trade Center. Depressing as it was, it didn't seem to be as bad as it could have been. Unlike most thoughts, the community did not freeze. Yes, we were all crying, but most people did not waste time to slip on the salty tears. Instead, they went right into action helping the needy that no longer consisted of the homeless bums on the side of the city streets. The next day, city citizens were waiting HOURS on line to donate their own blood. Others were donating hundreds of dollars to support families with lost husbands and mothers while professionals donated their time to grieving friends. I have never seen the nation so united in my 16 years of living. It's a shame how everyone seemed always angry at each other before September 11th, but the day after, all that puny hatred came together to form a blanket of love that covered all foes and nightmares. Everyone was brought together to work as a team of friends and loyal acquaintances. A similar event happened more recently in New York City, once again. On August 14, 2003, a blackout occurred down eastern part of the United States, and even some places in Canada were affected. In New York City, people seemed to once again unite as a team. All the petty differences seemed to wash away in the sewers, even if it was for just those couple of nights. It's weird how things work out like that. How bad and cruel events could turn people good and then finally help them realize how good their lives are, and how every day they take advantage of working in a safe building or reading a book with a lamp at night. This definitely teaches a lesson to the world. Always appreciate what you have because tomorrow, it might disappear right in front of your eyes. « return.