Here's what Georgians are saying on the 20th anniversary of 9/11

The 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks have been a time to remember and reflect on the tragic events of 2001.

Georgians shared their memories, reflections, and feelings on social media to mark 20 years since planes struck the Twin Towers and the Pentagon.

Below is a sampling of how your fellow Georgians are reflecting on this date that will truly never be forgotten.

I went to my 8am Spanish class during freshman year of college & came back to my dorm to the world turned upside down. I had never prayed so hard that my brother (who worked in the Pentagon and WAS NOT ANSWERING HIS PHONE) was safe. He was. He sent an email that he was fine &…

— Letitia Lee (@LSLee16) September 11, 2021

My dad is a tough man. I’ve never seen him cry in my lifetime except once

At the young age of five, I couldn’t grasp entirely what was going on but when I saw him reach to hold me and witness the pain on his face..I knew it would be a day we’d never forget.#neverforget
— Joey Stone I Sloppy Joe (@JoeyStone_8) September 11, 2021

🇺🇸 We will always remember those impacted by 9-11. 🇺🇸

I remember being pregnant with Jared (he born 17 days later). I could not believe my eyes. It was like a horror action movie. We were all in shock and not knowing what was going to happen next. #neverforget pic.twitter.com/CsGcvRMS6y
— Heidi J. Moore (@UniteOurVoices) September 11, 2021

The skies today resemble the skies on that infamous day 20 years ago. A day we will #neverforget

As you look up at the skies today, pray for those who lost loved ones & reflect on all of those who continue to protect our beautiful country 🇺🇸

📸 My hometown of Kennesaw, GA pic.twitter.com/tluqKwnAp0
— Sydney Sullivan WYFF 4 (@sydsully) September 11, 2021

Today marks 20 years since the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001. We will always remember and honor those we lost 20 years ago. #NeverForget pic.twitter.com/tPb8pJN38W
— Richard Rose Agency (@richroseagency) September 11, 2021

I watched this pitch-perfect speech with my six year old son. He will learn the pain and the love that flowed from that day. #NeverForget https://t.co/YAW8XQH1mV
— Lori Armistead (@LoriArmistead) September 11, 2021

Today we take a moment to pause in honor of those that were taken too soon. May we #NeverForget pic.twitter.com/5KY3OPQIef
— Matt Jones Motorsports (@MJMotorsports1) September 11, 2021

Today we remember the 8 EMTs, 60 police officers, 343 firefighters, and 2,997 civilians that lost their lives on #911. May we continue to look to God for His guidance and comfort as we reflect on the 20-year anniversary of this fateful day. #2Corinthians1:3 #NeverForget pic.twitter.com/uNnPc1rDpd
— MountParanChristianSchool (@mtparanschool) September 11, 2021

A teacher secretly laid these flowers and card under my 9/11 display on Friday and I hope that it touched everyone else at our school like it did me! @ETBoothMS @CcsdMedia #NeverForget pic.twitter.com/g0UlVDVj38
— Amanda Graves (@themerrylibrary) September 11, 2021

20 years later, I am sitting in my car, tears slipping down my cheeks. #NeverForget pic.twitter.com/i634YYmGvz
— Lori Armistead (@LoriArmistead) September 11, 2021

Today we pause and remember the tragic events perpetrated 20 years ago on 9/11/2001. 20 years ago, 412 first responders were dispatched to their final call and gave the ultimate sacrifice while carrying out their duty: to save as many lives as they could. #NeverForget pic.twitter.com/i0XwigFEst
— Sandy Springs Police (@SandySprings_PD) September 11, 2021

Today marks the 20th anniversary of the September 11th attacks on our nation which changed our world forever. Today we honor the brave heroes and lives that were taken from us on that tragic day. #NeverForget pic.twitter.com/ZmF2QfWKTX
— GA National Guard (@GeorgiaGuard) September 11, 2021

We will never forget this day in history and how it has changed the world forever. For the 343 NYFD Firefighters that ran into those buildings to save everyone possible. WE WILL NEVER FORGET! #NeverForget pic.twitter.com/v5ou9jsYvc
— Roy Peek (@CoachRoyPeek) September 11, 2021

We will #NeverForget pic.twitter.com/TpFE2cQf9i
— Taylor Ussery (@taylor_ussery1) September 11, 2021

#NeverForget
Twenty years ago our nation was attacked, and our nation stood united. Let us never forget the innocent and the heroes we lost that day. Today, and everyday, #WeRemember. pic.twitter.com/xhEy9xCYrT
— Michael Caldwell (@michaelcaldwell) September 11, 2021

On this morning 20 years ago, 246 people woke up in preparation for their morning flights. 2,606 people woke up in preparation for work. 343 firefighters woke up in preparation for their morning shift. 60 police officers woke up… 🇺🇸 #911 #neverforget #wordltradecenter pic.twitter.com/JyPUlaR1kD
— Clark Brothers Roofing & Construction (@ClarkBRroofing) September 11, 2021

Two decades after the tragedy of 9/11, the memory of that morning still weighs heavy on us all. Today we pause to reflect on the bravery and heroism of our first responders, those in uniform, and everyday Americans, as well as the innocent lives lost. We will #NeverForget.
— Brian Kemp (@BrianKempGA) September 11, 2021

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Thom Chandler is the editor of The Georgia Sun and has been writing, editing and managing websites and blogs since 1995. He is a lifelong Georgian and one of those increasingly rare Atlanta natives.