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America the Beautiful!

Today was our day, our day as Americans to remind the world, that a peaceful transition of power can and will always be, a cornerstone of our American legacy. Despite the troubles we face as a nation both at home and abroad, we honor and celebrate the process regardless of our political stripes!
And so it began,  “My fellow citizens: I stand here today humbled by the task before us, grateful for the trust you have bestowed, mindful of the sacrifices borne by our ancestors. I thank President Bush for his service to our nation, as well as the generosity and cooperation he has shown throughout this transition….”

With grace and humility President Obama also reminds us that we, the citizens, hold most of the power to effect change and change we must! We hold the key to our own success. Almost immediately after the Oath of Office, the official website of the White House posted the 1st official Proclamation of the Obama Presidency:
President Obama believes that we, as Americans, have a responsibility to help our communities and fellow citizens. In summoning a new spirit of service, he is calling on us to make an enduring commitment to our neighborhoods. Sign up today and let’s renew America together.
I encourage you to Log in and sign up to see what service projects are available in your area. If you prefer to go under the wire, consider other ways to support our community. Be a kind and good neighbor, smile at your mail carrier, return your shopping cart to the store corral or just pick up the litter when you’re walking the dog.  In short, I’m reminded of the golden rule: “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you”. A timeless message and forever apropos!