History Was Made

Whether you are a Democrat, Republican, In dependant, etc - it doesn't really matter. On Tuesday the nation wrote a new page in history. Barack Obama was sworn in as President of the United States. Whether you like him or not, that was historic. Whether you agree with his politics and ideas or not, he is brave.

Obama had to wear bullet proof clothing because the chance was so high that he would be shot. How terrifying for a husband and father. Yet, he and Michelle still took the chance because they believe they can make a difference.

I am a straight, white, relatively privileged individual. I cannot truly understand what this moment in history meant to people whose parents and grandparents couldn't drink from certain fountains, sit in certain seats or walk on a certain side of the street. I talked to several black friends and co-workers on Tuesday - they were proud and moved beyond words. But this victory isn't just for them, it is for the country. What a long way we have come from slavery, slaughtering Native Americans, refusing women the right to vote, and many other injustices.

I am just excited to be able to say that I was able to witness that part of history. What a story to be able to tell my grandchildren some day.