There are reports that people -- like me -- kept waiting for hours in a tunnel (and forced to miss seeing history made) are slated to receive consolation gifts. The Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies will apparently give those slighted and humiliated copies of the invitation, program and a print. Well, isn't that special? OK, so I didn't have a print before.
Let me tell you what I did have before -- self-respect and some respect from colleagues and friends. After failing to deliver coverage on the inauguration, that's been shot. So, these consolation prizes really do nothing more than pour salt in a wound. It's just a reminder of what I missed. And I doubt that they'll restore the tattered remains of my dignity.
Yes, circumstances out of my control led to my broken promise. However, it's still my fault. So, please forgive me for failing to deliver.
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January 23, 2009
January 17, 2009
Riding toward history
Containing my excitement about witnessing history has become difficult. For days and weeks, attending the inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama has only a been concept to me. However, tonight making the trek to Washington D.C. has become real. It's like celebrating my birthday and Christmas all at the same time.
Having an African-American president is something that I never thought I'd see. Well, actually, as an 8-year-old, it had crossed my mind. I recall making my own Jesse Jackson for President signs. Of course, then I was enthralled with the idea of having a Black president.
Now, I'm anxiously anticipating having a leader of color. But I realize Obama's color can't be his most valued attribute. He must lead. However, I have faith. Given his success in leading young people and other apathetic voters to polls, Obama has proved his leadership ability. But, admittedly, getting elected is different from serving. Even so, history will be made soon. And I can't wait to see it unfold.
My journey -- on a bus -- to the capital begins 1 p.m. Sunday at the Rockford K-Mart on Sandy Hollow Road. Saturday was spent trying to answer an important question: What do you wear to an inauguration?
Come back to http://justcommenting09.blogspot.com for updates on the historic trip.
Having an African-American president is something that I never thought I'd see. Well, actually, as an 8-year-old, it had crossed my mind. I recall making my own Jesse Jackson for President signs. Of course, then I was enthralled with the idea of having a Black president.
Now, I'm anxiously anticipating having a leader of color. But I realize Obama's color can't be his most valued attribute. He must lead. However, I have faith. Given his success in leading young people and other apathetic voters to polls, Obama has proved his leadership ability. But, admittedly, getting elected is different from serving. Even so, history will be made soon. And I can't wait to see it unfold.
My journey -- on a bus -- to the capital begins 1 p.m. Sunday at the Rockford K-Mart on Sandy Hollow Road. Saturday was spent trying to answer an important question: What do you wear to an inauguration?
Come back to http://justcommenting09.blogspot.com for updates on the historic trip.
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