and yet .02 more cents.
I tend to agree with Tenpeaks and in general everyone else, but would like to ellaborate.
The events of September 11 are still fresh in all our minds and for some it’s more painful and hard hitting than others. But this tragedy occurred on September 11, not September 10, nor September 12. While I like the idea of a 2 day event, that’s only my hiker mentality and not the true purpose behind the reason for this hike. Too many times our Holidays lose their focus. Memorial Day has become a 3-day weekend to “start summer” and remind us to check the propane tank for the grill. Labor Day has become another 3-day weekend to close the pool and have the final bar-b-que.
September 11 needs to be given the same reverance as similar historical events like Pearl Harbor Day. While a lot of us may not have been alive when this event occured, we all solemnly know that it was December 7, 1941 not December 6 or 8, and it is a day of rememberance and reflection.
Instead of polling the hikers, why not ask the families and friends of those effected 3 years ago what day they feel this event should be held.
I’m just trying to be honest and to focus on the reality of why we did this. For the first time it wasn’t about crossing a 4000 footer off my list. We all have plenty of time to put in a vacation request.
Keep it a simple rememberance of the day and do it as your own personal tribute no matter what day of the week it may fall. It should always be September 11.
