New Mexico Remembers 9/11

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The terrorist attacks of 9/11 left an indelible mark on America's memory, with haunting images of destruction and recordings of passengers' final conversations echoing in our minds. In the aftermath, the focus was heavily on New York, Washington D.C., and Pennsylvania, often overlooking the broader impact felt across the nation, including states like Missouri, Oregon, Alabama, and New Mexico. This anthology reflects the diverse experiences of New Mexican writers on that fateful day. Some witnessed the events firsthand, while others were in school or abroad, yet all now call New Mexico home. The contributors share poignant prose, insightful analysis, and evocative poetry that delve into their reactions and coping mechanisms. They explore what they saw, how they responded, and the conversations they had with their children about the attacks. As the twentieth anniversary approaches, these stories and poems reveal that while New Mexico may have been physically distant from the chaos, its emotional connection to the tragedy was profound. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of the widespread impact of 9/11 through the voices of those who experienced it from afar, yet felt its reverberations deeply.