By KIMBERLY ACEVEDO
The events of September 11, deeply touched Long Islanders, Town of Hempstead Supervisor Richard Guardino said. For many of us, we have considered the City skyline as our own skyline. We gather here today to show our compassion...to resolve in the face of evil.
Over 200 residents across Long Island came to the September 11 anniversary open Ecumenical program at Hempstead Town Beach.
While many residents held flags in their hands and the victims in their heart, the memorial helped them cope.
For Long Beach resident Nancy Sullivan, it was the combination of the connection between the ocean and the residents that brought her here.
Still, Larry Hayes of Island Park said to see that many people show was amazing.
It was a great acceptance of what happened, Hayes said. It showed respect for all the people who were involved. It was just invigorating spirit to see what great people we are and that our country will make it again.
But for Kelly Linden, who lost his friend Gary Box, a New York City firefighter from Rescue 3, he came here to ease the pain.
It helps people cope, he said. It's quite obvious that it's not going to go away.
