Eight Years, and Counting

As we all struggle with our memories and feelings about the attack on America, and the thousands of innocent lives taken that day, let us also remember this:

"People sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf." (apocryphal, attributed to Winston Churchill)

Let us remember those who stand guard with firm resolve to prevent such an attack from happening again. Some of them wear a uniform, others a business suit, or work clothes. But all are on the front lines: the Middle East, intelligence-gathering, operating a missile defense system, flying a fighter, or simply serving to the best of their ability at whatever it is they do for us.

Let us all pray for them, that they may do their jobs with confidence, efficiency, and safety. And may they all be returned safely to those who love them.