I feel angry. I feel angry because maybe this could have been prevented. I heard that the government had gotten a recording warning them about an attack. The person who sent that recording is probably responsible for this.

I also feel sad because all of the people who passed away. As I saw the people jumping out of the windows so that they wouldn't get burnt made me cry. I feel sad for all those who had family who worked there and didn't make it. I feel sorry for those who lost their jobs because of the attack. When I position myself in the lives of those who lost their loved ones brings tears to my eyes.

Another feeling I have is thankfulness for the firefighters, cops, etc. who are there to make sure no one else gets hurt, and are trying to find those who are missing. It's nice when one nation can get together to help those who are in need like right now.

Monica Estevez
September 13, 2001