The Barack Obama Presidential Center in Chicago began with a dedication ceremony on Thursday, June 18.  Former presidents and marvelous musicians joined the celebration.

I read a post on Facebook this morning, praising Barack and Michelle and the loving vibe that lived throughout the evening.

Then I read many of the glowing comments.

And I thought …

What if these words weren’t directed to Barack

But instead were about … you?

I hope there are a lot of “you’s” sitting out there in cyberland, reading my stuff.  But even if there are just a few of you, I bet the variety of human beings would fill a rainbow.

So whoever you are, whatever you’re like as a person, imagine that someone is saying these things about the woman or man within your body.

I’ll use (_____) when Barack or Michelle’s name is used.  Fill in the blank!  And please don’t go to thoughts such as “I’m not a public speaker.”

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From the beginning to the end I was teary eyed.  (_____)’s speech brought me to tears.

I kept thinking about my favorite Christmas movie, “It’s A Wonderful Life”, and how beloved (_____) is. In a world of Mr. Potters, be a George Bailey.  “The richest man in town.”

“Today we saw our better side.”  Yes, we did.  And I cried because I’ve missed it so much.  I’m grateful to (_____) for reminding me who we can be.

(_____) are two lovely people – gifted orators, personable, gracious, dignified and exuding decency.

Empathy is a superpower.

As always (_____) does it with grace.

Our most respected and beloved role model

No one was more deserving of this honor than (_____).

So refreshing to hear love & kindness being spoken.

(_____) didn’t tear it down.  (_____) didn’t try to break it.  (_____) built it so it would be stronger.  (_____) left it better than what it was …

It’s a tribute to (_____) how much people like and respect them. 

It’s kindness and empathy and acceptance and high standards for those in high positions, and class and setting a good example.

An articulate, caring, humble leader who cared about us all

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So well said

All of you

About all of you