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I just want to be healthy and happy. I don't want to hurt anybody or make them mad. If that's a philosophy then that's my philosophy.

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Remember 9/11 Twenty Five Years Later

September 11, 2026 marks the 25th anniversary of the tragic events of 9/11. It was a turning point in the simulation - an insert if you will - that not only ushered in a new millennium but shifted humanity onto an accelerated trajectory - acting as a catalyst for a global shift that altered the very grids governing the evolution of consciousness.

I witnessed the second plane hitting the North Tower from my terrace - an event that at the time seemed surreal. I never forgot - the acrid smell of smoke that wafted through the city including my area, the shocked reactions of friends, family, neighbors, and clients who made it through - or had died and came to me in spirit - as they recounted what they witnessed. So many questions - some of which remain unanswered to this day.

My friend and neighbor Joanne Capestro was one of the more famous survivors, who generally tells her story to the news every year. Her story remains one of the most enduring symbols of survival from the North Tower. Her escape from the 87th floor - immortalized in the iconic photograph taken by Phil Penman and symbolized by the black heels she wore that are now preserved in the National September 11 Memorial & Museum - continues to be a core feature of the city's collective memory.

The 25th anniversary continues to bring these deeply personal accounts to the forefront as the city reflects on how that single day reshaped the global landscape. As part of the milestone anniversary coverage, Spectrum News 1 is running a dedicated series titled "25 Years, 25 Stories," highlighting New Yorkers who lived through the day and its aftermath.

Joanne's recent interview above, alongside those of other survivors, first responders, and witnesses, serves as a vital archive of memories etched in time. Watching these broadcasts, I recognize several individuals who originally sought comfort in my home to connect with loved ones lost that day. Remarkably, before their arrival, my apartment would fill with the distinct scent of smoke - a profound phenomenon we came to interpret as a reassuring sign from those who had perished on that momentous day.

So many stories. You can read some of them in my 9/11 archives including Joanne's story.

For those with the ability to "look beyond physical reality" into the consciousness grids where spirits reside - you will notice a visible influx of spirits - from those who perished on 9/11 to others connected to its ongoing legacy who have since passed.

While I have never focused on future US attacks, recent escalations in the Middle East, particularly those involving Iran and its allies, force a deeper reflection. They raise critical questions about the fate of democracy and the destiny of humanity's ancient bloodline which originated in that region and continues to shape ... its final moment.

Loyal New York Fans Never Give Up

After losing their first preseason openers, both the New York Jets and New York Giants rallied this weekend to win their second Preseason Games giving fans a genuine sense of optimism that New York football might finally be turning a corner. To cap off the summer, both teams will play against each other for one final preseason game - in the annual Snoopy Bowl or MetLife Bowl - at MetLife Stadium - the stadium they share - Friday, August 28, 2026, at 7:30 PM ET.

Loyal New York NFL fans proudly spoke to the press - before and after each game - with infectious, unyielding enthusiasm and sheer determination that this season - after enduring a grueling gauntlet of disappointments in recent years - both teams will finally rewrite their scripts and restore football glory to the Big Apple.

While we are in the thick of the NFL Preseason games - another massive sporting spectacle is kicking off here in Queens, NY. The 2026 US Open officially begins Sunday, August 30 - September 13, 2026 at Arthur Ashe Stadium, which holds the title of the largest tennis-specific stadium in the world. Singles qualifying matches and the newly revamped mixed doubles championship begin today, Monday, August 24, 2026. Lots of familiar faces, and a few new ones are hoping to rise in the ranks.

From legendary veterans chasing final milestones to hungry underdogs fighting through this week's qualifiers, a sheer competitive drive is on display in both sports.

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