Survivors Finally Meet In Person (They Were Strangers on September 11, 2001)

On September 11, 2001, we were complete strangers but our paths crossed in a twist of fate. Michael Hingson and his guide dog, Roselle, had an inspirational impact on me that day. While I was overwhelmed at the events that day, I distinctly remember Michael in the stairwell (http://www.survivorsnet.org/programs/writing/story2.html) and was very happy to finally meet him in person. We have corresponded electronically over the years but in August, he was the guest speaker at the Annual Awards Luncheon for The Whole Person. It was a pleasure to spend some quiet time with him and with his new dog, Africa and compare our experiences. If you haven't had the opportunity to check out his book, Thunder Dog, I would encourage you to do so. He is an incredibly inspirational individual.