How I’m processing 9/11
Hi. Tomorrow will be a difficult anniversary for many of us. Everyone will have their own way to deal (or not deal) with their memories of that day, and as I thought about how I might want to spend my time, I decided it should be doing something concrete and life-affirming. So tomorrow I’m participating in a stationary-bike ride to raise money to help the poorest women, many of them widowed, in Afghanistan. I’m raising money for “Beyond the Bike” – a foundation started by two Boston women who lost their husbands on 9/11.
Here’s a short video about Beyond the Bike.
In a very short time my generous friends have helped me raise almost $1,400 for this cause, but I still have a bit to go to reach my goal of $2,000. If you feel moved, please take a look at my donation page and consider helping in this effort. Thank you.
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about 5 months ago
Jim–thanks for your participation in this event. I have been searching for the best way to deal with the remembrance of 9/11 and this charity helps me feel like I can contribute even if only in a small way in bringing good out of evil.
about 5 months ago
Debbie – thanks for your kind words, and thank you for the generous support! I’ll think of you when I pedal. – Jim