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PaulDS 
1:22pm, June 18, 2009
As I listened to President Obama's inaugural speech this morning these words jumped out at me,
"Let it be told to the future world...that in the depth of winter, when nothing but hope and virtue could survive . . . that the city and the country, alarmed at one common danger, came forth to meet it."
You might have heard President Obama tell the story but it bears repeating here. During the Revolutionary War, when we were as close to losing this country as we have ever been, General George Washington asked that these words be read to every American. These words have become part of the fabric of America, and express many of the ideals that continue to make our experiment in Democracy work.
We all face challenges every day -- that's why we're members of DailyStrength, to help each other get through the rough patches and not lose hope that things will get better.
Over the next few months we will not only be discussing our dad-to-day lives, but also helping each other understand larger issues around the future of health care, the economy, and other challenges we face together.
Even if you heard the speech already, it's worth reading again (I'm on my third time through). I close with these words from today's inaugural address:
"The time has come to set aside childish things. The time has come to reaffirm our enduring spirit; to choose our better history; to carry forward that precious gift, that noble idea, passed on from generation to generation: the God-given promise that all are equal, all are free, and all deserve a chance to pursue their full measure of happiness."
Are we Ready?
Comments
You know it's funny i didn't vote for him but when i heard his speech and when he slipped up when they swore him in is when I started to like him! he became more "humanized" . I know a weird way to put it but he made me feel he had more in common with everyone when that happened... I like his ideas and am anxious to see what he does! So far so good! Oh and congrats Paul!
ClaudiaD
First time I heard it. Glad I read it. Thanks for sharing. :) (I stay away from politics)
Survivable
i feel bad for obama...because he has so so much on his plate...and people are expecting alot from him...I think it is awesome what he has done so far and there is no way he is going to be able to do everything that is expected of him...he is not god...people need to remember that...he is an awesome speaker...he speaks with sincerity...and he speeches are great...no if the people would listen to the speeches...hugs...Deb
NYyankeedeb
It has been the concept of hope that allows me to deal with each day of living with a chronic illness.
It is my faith in God and hope for the future that allowed me to deal with the stress of my husband losing his job, and having to take another job at less pay. It is my belief in HOPE that keeps me planting what seeds I can in the lives of others by encouraging them and listening to their stories of pain and fear.
Hope is the foundation this country was build one when the first settlers stepped on the of the New World and continued to be the foundation of every child of God that is willing to look towards the future as one of possibilities….
Thank You for reminding us of this fact
bjengle