: The Fifth Annual Newfound Rendezvous is scheduled for this weekend, September
: 14th, 15th, and 16th. It is a celebration of boatbuilding and people
: powered boats. In light of the tragedy in New York and Washington today we
: (the Newfound Rendezvous Committee) are trying to determine if it is
: proper and fitting that we should be celebrating anything this weekend. We
: expect that for the next few days the nation will be in mourning and
: trying to find it's way through this tragedy.

: On the one hand I don't think that we should let terrorism rule our lives,
: but on the other hand I recognize that many people in this area (to say
: nothing of the nation as a whole) have been affected by the events today
: either directly or indirectly. Our prayers go out to those who have loved
: ones lost or injured in these events. I am sure that I am not the only one
: who has had a hard time focusing on my daily work schedule today, even
: though I don't know anyone directly involved.

: We will have a meeting at 10 AM tomorrow (Wednesday) morning to determine if
: we should go forward with the Fifth Annual Newfound Rendezvous. I am
: looking for opinions and feedback on this from those who frequent this
: bulletin board, whether you planned on going to the Rendezvous or not. If
: you wish you can reply privately to me at the e-mail above.

: Thank you,
: Michael Vermouth

Michael:

You should have with the Rendezvous as planned.

I know that we all feel helpless, but there are many ways to show support for those effected by this horrible and incredible tragedy while still continuing on with our lives.

Some examples are: make a donation to the Red Cross or other relief agency, give blood, a silent prayer, write a letter to your Representative and Senator in strong support of funding for a more effective Central Intelligence Agency and a military more focussed on dealing with terrorism.