What Does Sept. 11 Mean to You?

As we approach the 10-year anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, cities nationwide are readying remembrance ceremonies and vigils to pay tribute to those who died and suffered losses because of the tragedy.

In Rohnert Park, the City Council will dedicate a meeting Sept. 13 remembering those who lost their lives.

We want to hear, readers. That fateful day changed the country and many people's lives — it altered reality for citizens, America's political system, the economy and in many ways shifted public policies for us a nation. How did it impact you?

Where were you on 9/11? How do you plan to explain it to your children if they are too young to remember it? What is the most important thing to remember from that day? Tell us in the comments or send a letter to angela.hart@patch.com. We'll be publishing reader accounts and stories and we want to hear from you.