History in the Making

Today is not about writing. It is about what is going on in our nation today. A historical day, certainly, but more importantly, a day of new beginnings. A hope for a better future.

But I believe the only way that can happen is if the attitude of politicians change. Instead of being out for themselves and their friends, why not do what they are there to do and be a voice for all the people? They are our elected representatives. They work for us. I pray they can drop the chains of greed and avarice and become a beacon of light for the good of all.

I pray for them to be leaders, bringing in an era of peace and prosperity. I pray for them to remember that, though it may be the rich who line their pockets, it is the work-a-day person who keeps the business going. It is the voice of the many they need to listen to.

I pray for them to think of the people who are without food, clothing, shelter, hope. Give them hope. Give them a reason to believe in our leaders.

I pray for them to give us all a reason to trust in them, for we have lost that. Too often we see the reports of those who use their position to line their own pockets and forget about those who need their help.

I pray for the man who will stand at our head, for like Atlas, the weight of the world will be upon his shoulders. May he be a true leader and take us into a new era, one where fear is not the prevalent emotion, but hope.

May today truly be a day of change. For the better.