Making It In America

And so today begins a new chapter in the history of this fantastic country.  Reflecting on President Bush’s presidency in a realistic manner, one can see both positive and negative events.  As President Obama takes his place in history, many are counting on his to make this country different.  He is currently enjoying the tide of popular public opinion.  He got off to a good start today with an inspiring speech during his inauguration address.  May the things he said be the things he does.  May he continue on in public opinion because he serves this country well.  I have many hopes for the next four years, as I do whenever a new presidency begins.

I hope that the Congress and Obama will be able to work together for the good of our country.  I hope that the changes that allowed a man with African ancestry to become the president will continue in the direction of unity.  I hope that God is with President Obama and that America remains prominent in the world, helping and protecting those who need it.  I hope my money does not lose its value.  I hope the tide of economic woes will turn for the better.  I hope that, at the end of his four year term, President Obama has done such a fantastic job that everyone will want him for four more.

I have many other dreams and visions for our country, but if President Obama can just pull off a few of these while keeping our constitution intact I will be a contented American citizen.   And so I pray as we turn the page…..