I Want to Talk About the Inauguration
Why It Is Important to Me!...
I am one of the many Black people who lived during the unrest, riots and marches of the 50's, 60's, and 70's. I remember what it felt like to be judged solely on the color of my skin. I remember to this day what it felt like to be told to leave a store, resturant, or other public place because I was not even considered as a [b]legal[/b] human being.
I remember the prayer and the hope that one day My kind, women and other minorities would have a chance at the American dream just like everyone else. And, today that prayer and hope is being realized in the signing in of Mr. Barack Obama as the 44th President of the United states of America.
My face is soaking wet with tears, my hands are shaking as I write this, and my heart is so full 'till it is welling up and over with love for the American people. You all looked past his color, his roots, and judged him on his abilities and knowledge. I thank you so much for the priviledge of being able to see this decision in action. There are many others who should have seen this day but because of their sacrifices are not here to celebrate what I am honored to celebrate for them and myself.
I really have hope for this country, that I love, more than I have ever had before. I will remember that we put in to fact ... that if we work together we can accomplish great, good things. I used to believe that a long time ago...now I can believe again. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! And, YES WE CAN!
Total Peace, Much Light, and Nothing But Love to You!
I am one of the many Black people who lived during the unrest, riots and marches of the 50's, 60's, and 70's. I remember what it felt like to be judged solely on the color of my skin. I remember to this day what it felt like to be told to leave a store, resturant, or other public place because I was not even considered as a [b]legal[/b] human being.
I remember the prayer and the hope that one day My kind, women and other minorities would have a chance at the American dream just like everyone else. And, today that prayer and hope is being realized in the signing in of Mr. Barack Obama as the 44th President of the United states of America.
My face is soaking wet with tears, my hands are shaking as I write this, and my heart is so full 'till it is welling up and over with love for the American people. You all looked past his color, his roots, and judged him on his abilities and knowledge. I thank you so much for the priviledge of being able to see this decision in action. There are many others who should have seen this day but because of their sacrifices are not here to celebrate what I am honored to celebrate for them and myself.
I really have hope for this country, that I love, more than I have ever had before. I will remember that we put in to fact ... that if we work together we can accomplish great, good things. I used to believe that a long time ago...now I can believe again. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! And, YES WE CAN!
Total Peace, Much Light, and Nothing But Love to You!
