On August 28, 1963 Martin Luther King Jr gave a speech that changed the way Americans think and changed our history forever. He spoke of breaking the racial divide, of being able to live in harmony, to live in a country where everyone is treated equally.
As tomorrow approaches and history is made with the inauguration of an African American president, we remember this amazing man who helped start the movement that is slowly bringing our country closer to realizing his dream.
Even though racism still very much exists, we are making small strives every day to break the barrier and stand up for what is right.
Please let people know that racism, racist terms, attitudes, and comments are not OK. Speak your mind. Every time you ignore a comment, you are reinforcing to that person that what they are doing is OK and even though you may not realize it, you are then in fact supporting their behavior. So as uncomfortable as it is, stand up and say something. Even saying something as simple as "what makes you say that?", "why do you feel that way?", "I find what you just said very offensive" or "in our family we don't support your behavior/comments" will let the person know that it is not OK and at least make them think twice before doing it again with you present.
Part of Martin Luther King Jr's legacy is what made it possible for us to cross racial lines and adopt our amazing beautiful daughter. We know that challenges may lie in the future but are ready to face them head on, as a family united.
OK, off my soapbox!
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