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Cate Salenger's avatar

It never entered my mind that all the air traffic had to be diverted. Thankfully we have Canada next door. So grateful for their kind help and for this wonderful letter.

Conrad's avatar

Once again, another amazing. And heartfelt gift… thank you for your kindness…

Ann Rayner's avatar

If you get the chance, go to see the musical 'Come from away' which tells the story of the impact the plane passengers landed at Gander airport, Newfoundland, had on them and also on the host community. Lots of heat-warming stories, but, inevitably, a few tragic ones too!

Mark Bennett's avatar

One of the most heartfelt letters you will ever read.

Dominika Gaines's avatar

Love this. I saw the musical Come From Away which was about this particular event. It was such a moving story about the goodness of people.

R StoneZebra's avatar

What a wonderful letter. I had no idea planes were diverted to Canada at that terrifying time. (I was living in the Northwoods at the time and had limited communications.) I humbly add my thanks to his for such generosity and kindness from our Canada neighbors.

Pegra's avatar

I remember the television coverage at the time, and the stunned faces of the Americans and the loving faces of the Canadians. We saw the best and the worst in humans that day.

Weston Parker's avatar

So very touching. Thank you