History Made Today... and I Was There (on Saturday)!

I've never really said that I'm proud to be an American, but on this day, it's true. It was so exciting to be on the Mall too, this past Saturday.

The reflective pool was frozen, but the birds were still faithfully out. It was about 20 degrees out. They were playing on the speaker what the announcer will say in just a short while. The MSNBC bubble (or whatever this is called) was already broadcasting on the Mall. The reporters were talking and broadcasting as this was shot. :) Lots of pictures everywhere.

I didn't realize it then, but I was wearing patriotic colors. I usually don't consider myself patriotic, but on a day like this in such a time as this, I'm glad I was wearing red, white, and blue.
On this day, I have a new renewed hope for America. Obama's calm, uniting presence in itself provides much hope. As one who is biracial (Caucasian and Latino), I am especially encouraged as we need more equality than ever in the United States. It is embarassing, sad, and horrific how we have treated another in the past due to the color of skin. What a historic day! It is also fun to flip between channels to see all of the footage.
The Charlotte WBTV coverage had already found a place just outside the Mall for the big day.
Vendors were selling everything Obama or with 44th president on it. Scarves, buttons, sweatshirts, signs... all sorts of things.
And in this visit, I had this sense that better is ahead. How our contry and world needs it! I'm so encouraged.

On a pottery note, I also visited the Freer Gallery. In my next post, I'll share pics from that visit. Before that, here's a closer picture of where the 44th President, Barack H. Obama will be inaugurated.