By Melissa Limberg

The best thing about living in New York City is everything. Its knowing when you walk down the street that you tread on sidewalks that shaped a nation. Its looking around and knowing that everyone here has their own dream that fuels the fire. Its navigating the tourists in Times Square and seeing the awe painted on their faces. Every new moment that you share with New York is another moment that makes you feel like you’re part of the club. The New Yorker club.

On this day, it’s only right to express my gratitude to the city that I call home. Thank you, New York, for rebuilding. Thank you, New York, for your strength. Thank you, New York, for never forgetting and for growing stronger every day. Thank you, New York, for everything.

Even if it’s just reading an article, looking at a picture, or talking to a friend – do something today that helps you always remember 9/11/2001. It’s not about the terrorism, it’s about the patriotism and the fight that followed. Proud to be a New Yorker today and every day.