tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18751784.post4110755357892133905..comments2023-11-02T07:53:45.876-07:00Comments on Girl's Gone Child: FirstGIRL'S GONE CHILDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07130764109593048451noreply@blogger.comBlogger67125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18751784.post-78069287736930891742009-01-29T13:55:00.000-08:002009-01-29T13:55:00.000-08:00My breath still catches in my throat when I see th...My breath still catches in my throat when I see that beautiful family and think of the significance of it all.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18751784.post-36187037124451440062009-01-26T08:51:00.000-08:002009-01-26T08:51:00.000-08:00It was a beautiful day! There were tears shed. I w...It was a beautiful day! There were tears shed. I was excited to have my son, who goes to afternoon kindergarten, at home to watch it with me. I was even more excited to see that my girls would be able to watch it at school. This was a happy revelation for me, living in the most conservative part of the country.Cindyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10172744619242863341noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18751784.post-85482458279740237302009-01-24T05:38:00.000-08:002009-01-24T05:38:00.000-08:00it must be such an exciting and buzzy feeling for ...it must be such an exciting and buzzy feeling for you all at the moment, we can even feel over the pond here in england!GUGAWhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10095156091465578848noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18751784.post-35691238438434882412009-01-23T15:46:00.000-08:002009-01-23T15:46:00.000-08:00Yes, Jaelithe. Exactly. Obama is the first elected...Yes, Jaelithe. Exactly. Obama is the first elected president that I helped get there. And Cheney is a fucker. Period.GIRL'S GONE CHILDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07130764109593048451noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18751784.post-43059838065613535252009-01-23T15:31:00.000-08:002009-01-23T15:31:00.000-08:00Rebecca, I love you and GGC, but I don't like how ...Rebecca, I love you and GGC, but I don't like how you say Obama is YOUR first President. Remember, on Election Night Obama said he will be the President of those who did not vote for him. <BR/>And Cheney's "karma"? A bit harsh. <BR/>Don't go thinking I'm right-wing though -- Obama all the way!<BR/>And Archer and Fable, always adorable.<BR/>Keep being awesome,<BR/>CaitlinAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18751784.post-77312124008602169372009-01-23T08:05:00.000-08:002009-01-23T08:05:00.000-08:00Gore/Bush was the first presidential election I wa...Gore/Bush was the first presidential election I was old enough to vote in, too.<BR/><BR/>When I went to the Missouri State Democratic Convention as an Obama delegate, several of the other delegates there were EXACTLY the same age as you and me, Rebecca, and had voted, or, in some cases, TRIED to vote, for the first time in that election. <BR/><BR/>I figure they became delegates because they wanted to MAKE SURE every vote got counted this time.<BR/><BR/>A lot of the field organizers who registered voters, and the lawyers and the lawyers who did voter protection at the polls in my neighborhood on election day were our age, too. <BR/><BR/>In so many ways, Obama is OUR president. The one our generation chose. The face most of us want our children thinking of when they think "President." I get what you feel. It's not that we didn't respect the office of President before. It's that President Obama is the first one who seems to belong to us.Jaelithehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12081888212421953409noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18751784.post-63118007441432828452009-01-23T06:46:00.000-08:002009-01-23T06:46:00.000-08:00For a boy who took his time speaking, he certainly...For a boy who took his time speaking, he certainly uses his worlds powerfully now. <BR/><BR/>I'm sitting here clapping right along with you.Mom101https://www.blogger.com/profile/15468524489744839899noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18751784.post-79469608761759302062009-01-22T23:34:00.000-08:002009-01-22T23:34:00.000-08:00I was there, on the mall, for the inauguration cer...I was there, on the mall, for the inauguration ceremony. It was wonderful and inspiring and awful, all wrapped up into one. <BR/><BR/>Surrounding me, there were people of every race, age, religion, sex...and there was this amazing energy, this spirit that came forth from the people there. I was soaking it all in, enjoying this amazing moment of history that I was able to witness in person. <BR/><BR/>And then there was hate. There was bitterness. From a group of young African American men that were close to where I was standing. There were comments made throughout the initial prayer, throughout Aretha Franklin singing, thoughout President Obama's speech - many hateful words that made me realize that we really have so far to go. And in this moment that I had hoped would be so full of absolute happiness, of true 'change', I was so very disillusioned. <BR/><BR/>For a moment...<BR/><BR/>And then I listened to our leader's words...that this is just the beginning. That there is so much work to be done, so much still to fix. And at that moment, I truly realized it. Because it was all around me. <BR/><BR/>One man does not define our country. Or create the change we need. We all do. We all HAVE to.<BR/><BR/>And Yes We Can.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18751784.post-87291936694317595802009-01-22T01:34:00.000-08:002009-01-22T01:34:00.000-08:00I have to admit that I've been afraid to get to ho...I have to admit that I've been afraid to get to hopeful, but I I am finally relaxing into my joy and am savoring the moment. I think what really brought it home for me was the spontaneous delight of my children. They have a passion for him that goes beyond anything we've fostered which amazes and humbles me and leaves me very hopeful.<BR/><BR/>And one more thing... While I was reading the comments I heard my five year old roll over in bed and call out in his sleep, "Is that Barack Obama?"<BR/><BR/>Yeah, they're feeling it alright!Zip n Tizzyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14760606219381683552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18751784.post-44046449440107119522009-01-21T15:09:00.000-08:002009-01-21T15:09:00.000-08:00I, too, sat in front of the TV with my 21 month ol...I, too, sat in front of the TV with my 21 month old daughter and cried. I also voted, at 19, in 2000. And this is my first president too! I am so proud that my daughter gets to be a part of this presidency and nation. When she is older, she can say that her mommy voted for Barack Obama, and that she watched him get sworn in. She pointed at the screen and said, "Obama! Obama!" Then when he had his eyes closed listening to the music, she said, "Obama sleeping!" Yes we can!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18751784.post-67591956023474753442009-01-21T07:46:00.000-08:002009-01-21T07:46:00.000-08:00I was clapping too, in a tiny, little, Canadian to...I was clapping too, in a tiny, little, Canadian town. Clapping because I was so happy. Clapping because it was beautiful. Clapping because I am pregnant and so at peace knowing this new world is the one my daughter will know.Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04845460858607948781noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18751784.post-15139705392210013532009-01-21T07:30:00.000-08:002009-01-21T07:30:00.000-08:00Luckily, I was able to be home to watch the inaugu...Luckily, I was able to be home to watch the inauguration w/my kids (6 inches of snow in NC is a big damn deal, man)--my little boy also gurgling away on my lap (he and Fable were born on the same day!) and my three year old running around the living room. It was a wonderful feeling! Ever since Obama was elected I ask my daughter who the president is and I fill w/my pride when she says 'Barack Obama!!' So much better than George Bush, that's for sho' ;).Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18751784.post-82978957097119428382009-01-21T07:11:00.000-08:002009-01-21T07:11:00.000-08:00Great post, great day. When I picked up my daughte...Great post, great day. When I picked up my daughter from daycare yesterday, I was so happy to tell her there was a new president. Sure, she's only 18 months and had no idea what I was talking about. But still, I felt the need to tell her.Amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17272234396737679356noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18751784.post-73196406836328361972009-01-20T22:43:00.000-08:002009-01-20T22:43:00.000-08:00It was an amazing day all around!It was an amazing day all around!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18751784.post-66264580540355717212009-01-20T22:41:00.000-08:002009-01-20T22:41:00.000-08:00i agree with the previous comment that every presi...i agree with the previous comment that every president is "my" president. while i may not agree with everything he does, the president of my country is a leader who deserves the utmost respect. it's disappointing to hear previous presidents bashed -- can we even claim to comprehend the weight they carry? how quick will we be to bash obama if he doesn't deliver the way we imagined?<BR/><BR/>second, if you believe in karma, i'm pretty sure it's risky to delight in another's injury.<BR/><BR/>finally, i sat between my two young children and wept today as well. the inauguration was moving and inspiring. i look forward to watching this presidency unfold.<BR/><BR/>cheers to a thought-provoking blog.<BR/><BR/>sarahSarah P. Henryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15977136561163883575noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18751784.post-28677043985859811412009-01-20T22:12:00.000-08:002009-01-20T22:12:00.000-08:00"Because the next time I travel abroad I won't be ..."Because the next time I travel abroad I won't be ashamed to say I'm American." I couldn't have expressed this sentiment any better. It really did feel different when I woke up this morning. I'm so excited.abihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04966245496233716193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18751784.post-86262079017177182232009-01-20T21:29:00.000-08:002009-01-20T21:29:00.000-08:00so effing exciting. you'll always be happy you wat...so effing exciting. you'll always be happy you watched it just like that.<BR/><BR/>i played hooky, sat on my couch, and did the ugly cry thing; riding the bus to work afterward, there was a palpable change in the air. <BR/><BR/>had goosebumps all day.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18751784.post-43119823072817564122009-01-20T21:22:00.000-08:002009-01-20T21:22:00.000-08:00Looks like you and me both finally got our Preside...Looks like you and me both finally got our President :) It's an amazing feeling to be here as a mother, with my little one born in such a historical year. I wish our children a lifetime of hope and opportunities!Noob Mommyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10799799013571164404noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18751784.post-21793422549482118872009-01-20T20:17:00.000-08:002009-01-20T20:17:00.000-08:00I was fine--with respect to crying, that is--until...I was fine--with respect to crying, that is--until Barack and Michelle Obama got out of their car and walked, waving to the crowd and <I>holding hands</I>. Of all things, the hand-holding got me.<BR/><BR/>I've been trying to get Westley to say "Obama." He says "Mamama."NOELLE ALOUDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00084772004964983968noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18751784.post-24125265105392648352009-01-20T19:38:00.001-08:002009-01-20T19:38:00.001-08:00I went to my son's school today and sat with him a...I went to my son's school today and sat with him and his little first grade friends and watched my president take office. My little boy laid is head upon my shoulder and never asked why tears flowed from my eyes and the eyes of his teachers. I think he could sense in his own way the power of the moment. <BR/>It was amazing to watch the kids, knowing that this was their future being changed. I am still in awe.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18751784.post-12938411641518135482009-01-20T19:38:00.000-08:002009-01-20T19:38:00.000-08:00PS: I've had CNN on all day and am still watching!...PS: I've had CNN on all day and am still watching! Watching the presidental couple dance keeps making me tear up. =)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18751784.post-85506685306647978042009-01-20T19:34:00.000-08:002009-01-20T19:34:00.000-08:00No kids yet but I have two pups and cried happines...No kids yet but I have two pups and cried happiness all over them! I couldn't be happier!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18751784.post-2860805796017583832009-01-20T19:05:00.000-08:002009-01-20T19:05:00.000-08:00At the risk of sounding negative during this hope-...At the risk of sounding negative during this hope-fest, I have to disagree with part of your post.<BR/><BR/>As an American, EVERY president elected is my president, whether I vote for him or not. Perhaps it's because my husband is military and the president is his commander in chief, but I will always hope for the best from our president and pray for him as often as I remember, regardless of whether or not I agree with his policies. I may not like him a whole lot, but he is still my president.<BR/><BR/>That being said, I thoroughly enjoy your blog and am glad you got to share such a historic day with your children.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18751784.post-48631505014674565432009-01-20T18:23:00.000-08:002009-01-20T18:23:00.000-08:00yes! us too...http://littlekeenans.blogspot.com/2...yes! us too...<BR/><BR/>http://littlekeenans.blogspot.com/2009/01/obama-babies.htmlzack & pennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08304819696339755365noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18751784.post-61011273546069059532009-01-20T18:16:00.000-08:002009-01-20T18:16:00.000-08:00I may not be American, but I watched & I got c...I may not be American, but I watched & I got chills & I cried.<BR/>I love knowing that this is the world my daughter will be born into!Desireehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05248779047139738858noreply@blogger.com