Happy inauguration day, everyone! I spent my morning commemorating the event by watching CNN coverage and trolling the internet for related crafts. Here are just a handful of what I found. Enjoy!
Patriotic Fused Glass Pendant by Glass Elements
From Quilts for Obama Opening (Photo by Sankofa Beads on Flickr)
Embroidered Lincoln & Obama Hand Towels by DownZipper.com
Patriotic Sweater Blanket from me for myLifetime.com
Obama Amigurumi Doll from Etsy
On a personal note: As I sit here on this historical day, 5 months pregnant with our daughter, it's hard not to think about the event that occurred the last time I was 5 months pregnant--that time, with my youngest son Tristan. It was another day that would forever go down in history. It was September 11, 2001.
I remember feeling terrified at the thought of the world I was bringing another child into, determined to protect my babies from the disgust and despair. Now, almost 7 1/2 years later, I find myself in a similar state of contemplation only this time, with hope and happiness at my side. Although arguably our earth is in an even greater state of disarray than it was nearly a decade ago, one cannot ignore that January 20, 2009 symbolizes a huge move away from the underlying hate that's poisoned our grand society for so long. Yes, we have a long way to go... but as a parent I've learned that baby steps are often the most momentous.
xo,
Vickie
