A Message from the San Francisco based sailing website Latitude 38

by Christine Weaver on 12 Sep 2001 'lectronic Latitude 38 www.latitude38.com

We join everyone in mourning the loss of all the lives and the injuries
suffered in this morning's unprecedented terrorist attacks on
America. At
this point it's unclear what will happen in the next 24 hours, the next
week, and the next couple of months. Naturally, it would be best if
everyone remains as calm as possible.

On a personal basis, we suggest that it might be most therapeutic
for people who wouldn't be ending up in major public areas - such
as the
local bridges - to proceed with what otherwise would be their normal
daily
routine. None of us might get much work done, but following a
routine is
probably the healthiest thing we can do for ourselves.

Today is clearly a landmark day in our nation's history and the
history of the world. But it's important to keep things in perspective.
Throughout history people have been faced with stupendous natural
and
man-induced disasters. In each case, what was done was done.
The most
important thing was how they collectively responded afterwards.
Now is the
time for solidarity.

In the belief that it's important to continue the routine of life
and not crack under terrorist threats, we plan to post a normal
'Lectronic
Latitude tomorrow in honor of the those who've suffered as a result
of the
attacks. In this same fashion, we hope that the Big Boat Series will
continue as scheduled, to the best extent possible, not as a sporting
event, but as a tribute to the country, and a demonstration of our
intention to be steadfast.

Peace and love to all of you.