Sept 11 2001
After watching the live footage courtesy of **CNN**, my whole life took a spiraling plunge into despair, depression, anger, paranoia and fear.
I spent many nights awake, crying and waiting to see what was coming next.
I had always been a writer and found solace and comfort in putting pen to paper. I spent six hours along a beachfront putting my thoughts on paper. As I started reviewing what I had written down, I noticed a distinct pattern. They all focussed on pain, anger, terror and how much I loved the Military. It was from that moment, that 'Written in Blood' was born.
4 years of writing, editing, travelling to Washington DC, visiting memorials, talking to Veterans and currently serving Military personnell turned into the passion of my life.
Being a cathartic release for me, I continued onward and am currently working on the follow up book 'Through the Eyes of A Veteran'. I'm hoping to s have a working copy by year's end and start editing soon thereafter. In that time, I'm hoping to find a willing publisher to get this out in hopes of helping others out there.
Loss hits everyone, especially for Military families. This is my way of giving back.
9/11 has affected everyone in so many different ways. I can't believe it's been 10 years......
ReplyDeleteIt would be fantastic if you get your book out there!! I wish you much luck with it!
BTW--LOVE the look of your blog!