This election was more than just a historic event for our great nation. This election was historic for our family. As I sat there and saw the votes change over to more than 270 votes for Sen. Obama. I just started to scream, "David, he's done it, Barack Obama got it. He got it."
It was overwhelming. I broke down in tears. Alex was sitting on the love seat just looking at me smiling, wondering what was going on. He knew. He saw that what Dave and I have been wanting for him and his little brother. I can say to them without reservation NOW, "You can be anything, you want to be."
This now puts so much responsibility on the African American community, in my view. We no longer can lean on the excuses that have held so many of us back. I for one will stand up and make my voice heard even more so.
This election is the beginning of great things. I will support the issues I know to be right for my family, that President Obama will put forth. I will also challenge views and ideals I do not agree with.
I am very thankful for this day.
It is truly amazing how one vote does make a difference. I love this country and what it stand for. I am blessed to have been born in it... I love this country.
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