Obama not Glinda

We are Americans. That used to mean something. I hope it still does – something good. Today we inaugurate the 44th President of our United States. But our states don’t seem very united. Or our cities, neighborhoods or even our families. Maybe we can’t do very much about our country’s politics, our cities’ problems or our neighborhoods’ crime, but don't forget we are also moms. We moms still hold the power of the family in our hands. How are we going to use that power?

I’ve heard many people say our new President will transform their lives almost instantaneously as he’s sworn into office. Poof! All worries gone; plenty of money for all. Am I mistaken or did the majority of the citizens of the United States vote for a man, not Glinda the Good Witch?

President Obama is not a magician. We moms know how hard it can be to get our children to make their beds. How much more difficult for a President with many voters expecting a savior while others hope for failure?

Our nation needs no more failure. Instead of endlessly debating both sides of the same coin, let’s shine up that coin. Let’s protect it. Let’s cherish it. Before someone comes along and carries it off. It’s not the other guy’s responsibility; it is ours – each and every one of us.

Moms, let’s begin where we have that power – at home. Let’s teach our children by example. Teach them to work. Hold them accountable for their actions. No one gave us our United States of America. We Americans took it. Our ancestors fought for it long and hard. It’s our job to keep its principles safe, its people free. It is our duty.

So as our nation collectively holds its breath wondering what will happen, let us moms do something about it. Let’s do what we do best in our families by listening to our hearts while using our hands. May God bless America, its people and its President.

~ Maureen :)

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