As the anniversary of September 11 approaches, we find ourselves once again drudging up compassion and patriotism, ready to light candles and join hands with strangers for the sake of peace and unity. Countless memorials across our nation will host thousands of tears praying, begging for a better world where planes are not flown into our mothers, brothers, and friends. Just as the weeks that followed September 11, 2001, Americans will stand together, united in our hope for love and kindness for.