Neighborhood Celebrates the Future

"The time has come to reaffirm our enduring spirit; to choose our better history; to carry forward that precious gift, that noble idea, passed on from generation to generation: the God-given promise that all are equal, all are free, and all deserve a chance to pursue their full measure of happiness."

President Barack Obama, Inauguration Address, January 20, 2009

Nearly 200 neighbors gathered to celebrate history and to share a community meal in honor of our new president, President Barack Obama. Most had watched the Inauguration Ceremony earlier in the day, many with tears of joy, and tonight, gathered together to talk about their experiences, share some of their own personal reflections, and reflect on the meaning of the day.

"Let it be said by our children's children that when we were tested, we refused to let this journey end, that we did not turn back, nor did we falter; and with eyes fixed on the horizon and God's grace upon us, we carried forth that great gift of freedom and delivered it safely to future generations."

President Barack Obama, Inauguration Address, January 20, 2009