Today is a day we should remember those who lost their lives on that terrible day 10 years ago.  We should also remember the thousands of civilians who helped with rescue attempts and evacuations the day of the attacks and those who helped in the days after.
Here is one account of that day that will make you proud you are an American. 
  http://www.prx.org/pieces/67024-all-available-boats-harbor-voices-from-9-11