Four years later, we still remember.

We all still think about that moment, struggle with that moment, and bear the burden of acknowledging that moment, every day of our lives.

We will not forget April 16

While Virginia Tech is so much more than that one moment, it is a part of who we are. We are all stronger and better because of it. We would like to think we’re no longer as selfish, and certainly ready to willingly carry the memories of those we lost on that day with us forever. We have started to move on, but we will never, ever forget.

“I ask each of you to take the time to be a Hokie this week. Appreciate life a little more, take in every moment around you, count your blessings, tell the people around you that you love them, slow down, remember what’s truly important in life. And live for those 32 that do not have that chance.”

I will never forget April 16, 2007.

I love Virginia Tech.

I am and will always be proud to be a Hokie.