The following speech was given by eighth grader Taylor Frenette at McLaughlin Middle School's 9-11 remembrance ceremony. Her thoughtful words are a great reminder of what makes America strong. Thank you, Mr. Krantz. Governor, Mayor, distinguished guests, staff, and fellow students… Good Morning. I was only 10 months old on September 11, 2001. I was too young to realize how much life in America had changed in a matter of minutes. But, I have come to understand the true meaning of service, and the value of sacrifice. Taylor, with Manchester Fire Chief Burkush and Manchester police officers, including Chief Mara, after the 9-11 remembrance ceremony Years ago, my mom taught us to shake the hands of and to thank any soldier in uniform that we saw. A first, it was a routine, something that I was supposed to do. But, as I