PAX Centurion - September / October 2014

www.bppa.org PAX CENTURION • September/Octoberr 2014 • Page 15 eyewitness they stated; “I looked up and saw a woman trapped on the higher floors; I watched as she patted her skirt down as if to die with dignity, and then she leaped.” I did all I could to catch my breath after reading this and knowing exactly what they were talking about hav- ing watched it unfold live on television when it happened. This was a powerful account which captured the tragedy and sadness of these moments in time. There are many other exhibits on display which everyone should go and see. I was glad I went. My family, minus my oldest, were moved by this tribute. I was moved by the dignity and reverence shown by all who attended these hallowed grounds. Before I left New York I talked to a retired NYPD Officer who stated he had yet to go back there since the attacks. He said he lost a good friend as did many that day. He stated he was not ready to return there and probably nev- er will. I could honestly understand that. I thanked him on behalf of the Boston Police Department for their support during our crisis, and I left him a commemorative Pax issue from the Boston Marathon. May God watch over this new Beacon of Hope (Freedom Tower) that has risen up from the ashes at Ground Zero. V enezia R estau- rant 20 Ericsson Street, Boston Ma, Venezia tucked away from city life, and into the memory or every guest we’ve ever had the pleasure of welcoming to our waterfront restaurant and ball- room Live entertainment in the lounge on Friday& Saturday Evenings Proud supporters of the Bos- ton Police Patrolmen's Association and the Boston EMS V nezia tucked away fro city life, and into the memory of every guest we’ve ever had the pleasure of welcoming to our waterfront restaurant and ballroom. Live entertain ent in the lounge on Friday and Saturday evenings Proud supporters of the B ston Police Patrolmen’ Association and the Boston EMS V enezia R estaurant 20 Ericsson Street, Boston, MA 02122 617-436-3120