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Just some thoughts on this 10-year anniversary of 9/11.
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While America pauses and reflects on the horrific events of September 11, 2001, there's parallel path that's being taken by many who are moving on, healing and celebrating life, not mourning.
Of course, this path is walked because time is a powerful thing. It heals and is a catalyst for people to move on from tragedy. And, one of the ways in which people move on, is by watching sports.
Who could forget professional sports getting back under way in the fall of 2001. The NY Yankees in the World Series (and nearly winning it). NFL stadiums bleeding red, white and blue (capped by a team called the Patriots, winning the Superbowl earlier that year).
And today, the NFL kicks off their Sunday ritual with celebration and remembrance.
We live in a world where news doesn't break. It just happens and we, as consumers, hear about it, read about it, see it happening, live because of social media. As a result, the traditional news avenues for brands aren't what they used to be.
Today, brands have to self-publish. They must tell their own story because newspapers, magazines, TV and radio stations just don't have the time to tell stories like they used to. news is short, punchy and informative these days. Yes, magazines and long form journalism is still kicking to a certain degree, but news outlets are the only one telling good stories.
There's a ton of stories and videos about 9/11 and the 10th anniversary. I've been sucked into it big time. The days is still very clear to me and the images I saw on the screen will forever be burned into my head.
The stories and images are horrific. However, over time, stories have developed that put the day and life into perspective.