Chronicles of Ground Zero
As the next weeks approached us it felt like a much longer journey than it was.I found myself assigned to a crew loading debris from...
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Cayla Miraglia
- Nov 6
- 2 min
Ground Zero Chronicles: Winter Chill, War Is Not Over
The temperature had started dropping, signaling the impending New York winter season. Surprisingly, this chilly weather brought a bit of...
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Cayla Miraglia
- Oct 18
- 2 min
Ground Zero Chronicles: The Unchanging Cycle
This week, I'd like to delve into the perpetual conflict that envelops our world. Working at Ground Zero amidst the intentional damage...
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Cayla Miraglia
- Oct 4
- 3 min
Ground Zero Chronicles: The Cell Phone
I'd like to express my gratitude to all of you who read my blog. This blog is accessible on ggmiraglia.com and is freely available to...
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Cayla Miraglia
- Sep 27
- 2 min
Ground Zero Chronicles: All For One, One For All
In Week 2, maintaining organization remained crucial amidst the ongoing challenges faced in assisting during this tragedy. Progressing...
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Cayla Miraglia
- Sep 20
- 2 min
Ground Zero Chronicles: The week following September 11, 2023
September 11, 2023, has passed, and the memories resurfaced with their familiar emotional weight. As I tuned into the ceremony, an...
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Cayla Miraglia
- Sep 11
- 1 min
Ode to 9/11 Heroes Poem
The days were dark The rubble and air so thick For we couldn't see the light In the day or night The heroes stood tall The fallen stood...
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Cayla Miraglia
- Sep 6
- 2 min
Ground Zero Chronicles: The Bell Will Ring
In the next five days, something really important is happening - a time for reflection and remembrance. It's a reminder, not just for me,...
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Cayla Miraglia
- Aug 31
- 4 min
Ground Zero Chronicles: We Need Masks for the 9/11 Sickness
Rated 5 out of 5 stars.
(1)The days were growing long, and the taste of the air became unbearable. I constantly found myself reaching for water, trying to alleviate...
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Cayla Miraglia
- Aug 23
- 2 min
Ground Zero Chronicles: The Crying Mother
In my recent reflections, I've touched upon the significance of visits by the president of the United States and other high-ranking...
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Cayla Miraglia
- Aug 17
- 4 min
Ground Zero Chronicles: President Bush Visit Part 2
Rated 5 out of 5 stars.
(1)The memory of that day remains etched in my mind – a profoundly significant moment, whether in attendance or not. The weight of our...
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Cayla Miraglia
- Aug 9
- 3 min
Ground Zero Chronicles: Memories of Ground Zero Recovery and President Bush Visit
As the nightfall retreated as swiftly as it arrived, the break of dawn marked the commencement of another day on the journey to hollow...
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Cayla Miraglia
- Aug 2
- 3 min
Ground Zero Chronicles: The Forever Sickness from the 9/11 First Responders Unsung Hero
The deafening silence would draw upon us as whistles would sound to halt in place as dogs and sonar apparatus would detect sounds of...
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Cayla Miraglia
- Jul 27
- 2 min
Ground Zero Chronicles: The Day After from the 9/11 First Responders Unsung Hero
The night was somber as we made our way home. Most of us were still trying to process the fast-paced, intense work we had done that day....
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Cayla Miraglia
- Jul 19
- 4 min
Ground Zero Chronicles: Stories from the 9/11 Clean Up Crew Hero’s
P at This is part of a series of 9/11 stories from the clean up crew of the aftermath. Upon inspection, it was evident that the odor of...
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Cayla Miraglia
- Jul 6
- 6 min
Ground Zero Chronicles: Unveiling the 9/11 Clean Up Crew Heros
Photo From CNN Welcome to Ground Zero Chronicles, a personal account of my experiences as a 9/11 clean up crew volunteer in the aftermath...
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