Richard Smith, a volunteer at Ground Zero, became our local resource at the site. Rich’s help was invaluable as he was physically present and could see firsthand exactly what was needed. He immediately shared the story of the local ironworkers who were working 24 hours a day to clear the debris and the remains of the victims. Due to the extreme conditions under which they had to work, the workers were in need of a continuous supply of work boots and clothing, as well as snacks and drinks for quick energy. Ranya Kelly, “The Shoe Woman of Denver,” immediately sent a $1500 gift certificate to a local shoe chain and we were able to purchase several hundred pairs of special work boots for these men. In November, she arrived on the East Coast with more than 7,000 bottles of drinks, energy bars, work gloves and work clothes collected by Colorado’s school children.  Most important, though, was the note to the relief workers that was attached to each item. We know that it was the notes that were most appreciated as some of the workers wrote back to the students, thanking them for their help. During Ranya’s visit we were also invited by the ironworkers to visit them within the perimeters of Ground Zero. This visit, made by Ranya and Naomi, was profound. No television coverage, print media — nothing could have prepared us for the emotions and the intensity that such a visit would evoke. This was truly hallowed ground and the murders that took place there were clearly beyond comprehension.