Comments on: SUMMONING A NEW SPIRIT

By: Scott

Scott — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 07:40:22 +0000

Very beautiful post. And I’m sincerely happy to see everyone from outside the U.S. being as excited as the people from there. It’s rather amazing, and to be honest, that, more than anything, is what gives me hope. It’s nice to know that so many of us are looking in a new direction.

By: Spike

Spike — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 21:00:24 +0000

Excellent post. I have hope for my countrymen (and women!) again, and it’s been many years since I could say that.

By: Ian (Flickr's Canuck Gtrplyr)

Ian (Flickr's Canuck Gtrplyr) — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 07:45:46 +0000

Brilliant writing. Thank you for that post.

By: Lisa

Lisa — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 02:34:24 +0000

Very nice. It was a very magical night.

By: Lyndsey

Lyndsey — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 01:02:44 +0000

Beautiful post Keira! I think many of us share the same feelings as the ones you expressed, I know I do, as I had tears of my own streaming down my face, eyes fixed to the screen as Obama gave his speech.

I sat for hours in front of the TV and my computer, twittering away, BBC in one ear on my head phones and MSNBC in the other. I think we all shared an experience together last night. I truly felt a ripple go through the crowds and I’m sure around the world.

I spoke with a friend from San Fran last night and we celebrated for a moment over the phone. and friends from Australia and Italy and they were so elated!!

I just feel so proud, and like you- I owe it all to the history that wrote itself before my existence. I can’t wait to see what the future brings! I love how you said, ..”He spoke of hope and of peace while offering realistic optimism”.
I couldn’t have been said better.

By: Dan

Dan — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 23:20:43 +0000

Very well said.

(I especially appreciate the choice of quote you included from Barack Obama’s speech)

By: Tawcan

Tawcan — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 20:28:57 +0000

Great post. My friends and I had an election get-together night last night. While discussing politics and the Canucks we were amazed that Bush has been in power for 8 years. 8 years… that’s close to 1/3 of my life time.

I was actually going through the initiatives some American voted on. Three of them were on banning gay marriage and all three got passed. While electing Obama is a step forward, I think banning gay marriage is certainly a step backward in today’s society.

By: Amber

Amber — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 20:27:52 +0000

Very well written Keira. My goodness you are young!

By: Kat

Kat — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 20:27:03 +0000

Isn’t is amazing how each generation has it’s own multitude of events which shape the future.

By: Jen

Jen — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 19:25:27 +0000

During Obama’s speech last night, I couldn’t fight back the tears either. Tears of relief and tears of joy streamed down my face as I watched and listened. Barack Obama embodies progress and advancement. He is truly a shining example of what is possible if you live your life with fierce hope.

This entry is absolutely beautiful, Keira.