Eight thousand thirty-five days ago, a terrorist attack saw two planes crash into the World Trade Center in New York, resulting in 3,000 deaths and many more injuries. Those affected by the tragedy still feel the sharp pains of the loved ones they have lost.Jevon and Jerome were two brothers who were just little boys when the attacks forever altered their lives. Jevon remembers everything about the day, even though he remembers nothing before and after that. He was just six years old when it happened.
Jerome was older but still severely affected by what happened to his mother on September 11, 2001. Some years ago, he became emotional remembering what it was like hearing from his mother for the last time.
In a desperate attempt to connect with her family one last time, CeeCee Ross-Lyles, a flight attendant and police officer, made a call from United Airlines Flight 93, one of the planes seized by terrorists on September 11, 2001.
Who Was CeeCee Ross-Lyles?
CeeCee was a mother of four, dedicated to her children and her family. She was married to a police officer and made her family proud. Her sons speak about her with warmth and love.
Both fathers, Jevon and Jerome, have taught their children that their grandmother was a hero who did incredible things. They even take their children to a statue erected in their grandmother’s honor.
Jevon says that even though he still feels anger about what happened to his mother on 9/11, he has continually taught his children what an incredible woman his mother was and everything she did for him and his siblings....CONTINUE READING