Dear Baby,
Your daddy is a hero. He is a hero in the eyes of many, but especially in Mama’s eyes. You don’t yet understand the feelings of freedom and security. You still have to learn about the many men and women in our nation who make these luxuries possible. Every day there are heroes working who sacrifice their lives for the well-being of others. Your daddy, one of the very first people you’ll ever meet, is one of these brave men.
Another lesson you’ll be taught is the reason we remember these courageous people each year on September 11. Your grandpa Dave is another man who has made great sacrifices for others in regards to this special date. Your uncle Mike, who will soon join our nation’s military, is someone who already recognizes the need and importance of heroes in our country.
Today, on the anniversary of September 11, when heroic men and women are honored and American lives are remembered, your dad was scheduled to work. It was an unusually busy day in the City of La Crosse. The city’s fire department and other emergency workers responded to two fires and a river rescue. The fires were big. The fires were dangerous. The river rescue was scary. Your dad, his co-workers and fellow emergency workers were brave. They are all heroes.
Your daddy is a hero. He is a hero in the eyes of many, but especially in Mama’s eyes. You don’t yet understand the feelings of freedom and security. You still have to learn about the many men and women in our nation who make these luxuries possible. Every day there are heroes working who sacrifice their lives for the well-being of others. Your daddy, one of the very first people you’ll ever meet, is one of these brave men.
Another lesson you’ll be taught is the reason we remember these courageous people each year on September 11. Your grandpa Dave is another man who has made great sacrifices for others in regards to this special date. Your uncle Mike, who will soon join our nation’s military, is someone who already recognizes the need and importance of heroes in our country.
Today, on the anniversary of September 11, when heroic men and women are honored and American lives are remembered, your dad was scheduled to work. It was an unusually busy day in the City of La Crosse. The city’s fire department and other emergency workers responded to two fires and a river rescue. The fires were big. The fires were dangerous. The river rescue was scary. Your dad, his co-workers and fellow emergency workers were brave. They are all heroes.
Not only do I see your dad as a hero
for his brave acts, but also for his compassion. While your dad was working to keep people in our community
safe, you and I attended a very special event that honors teachers. It reminded me of the importance of
compassion. You and I met and
celebrated with educators who give of their talents for the benefit of little
learners. At this event, the
keynote speaker reminded attendees of how teachers have reacted during events
like September 11 and other more recent terrorist attacks in schools. Teachers act with compassion and love
towards our nation’s children.
Teachers are heroes, too.
After the event, we stopped by Dad’s
work. Even after his long day,
your dad held the stamina and patience to care about others. He asked about our day. He hugged us and assured us that he was
safe after his busy day at work. I can’t wait for you to feel the comfort of
resting in his arms. It seems
backwards that on a day when we are supposed to offer thanks to people like Dad, they are making sure we are safe.
But, that’s exactly what heroes do.
Always respect those who keep us
safe. Remember to be kind and well behaved for your teachers in school. And
please don’t take your freedom for granted. There are many heroes who have sacrificed way too much for
this cause.
I love
you. Your existence has already
given me new perspective.
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| One of the fires dad helped put out today |
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| Firefighters working hard to keep people safe |
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