Recently I got a column printed on my college's website. It tells a little story about how the terrorist attacks affected me personally. Let me know what you think...
[url="http://www.tobserver.com"]www.tobserver.com[/url]
Scroll down on the main page to the column entitled, "Aspiring journalist learns the meaning of the word Gratitude".
Wow. A very moving testament, Jeff. I hope your newfound convictions and insights remain with you for a long time. You write quite beautifully, too. Lyrical, almost. All the best in your chosen path.