Today we celebrate the birthday of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., as a national holiday. It seems that every year on this day, I get sad. It really bothers me that I live in the city where he was killed. I know I wasn’t there, wasn’t even a thought in my mom’s mind, but I still get sad. I’m still amazed at how we allow hate, prejudice and racism to use us…But I digress.
We all have the ability to change the world, so let’s do it. Speak out and fight against racism, prejudice and hate of any kind. It’s only the right thing to do.
In other news…I was happy to see President Obama be sworn-in for the second time as POTUS. As bitter-sweet as it is, Rev. King died so that Barack could have this opportunity. It was an added bonus that POTUS was sworn-in using Dr. King’s Bible.
Last but not least…
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Thank you for paving the way Dr King!
He was such an inspiring man!
Happy Birthday, Dr. King.
I love all 3 of those images.
Happy Birthday Dr. King.
Neat post!
Happy Birthday Dr. King
Happy Birthday Dr. King.
Although I am not an Obama fan, happy belated birthday to Dr. King.
Happy Birthday to one of the finest men to ever walk this earth!
I love those photos of Obama- especially the high five one. That’s awesome!
A great and wise man.
Such and honorable legend and Special person he was.
I bet MLK family was so honored to have Obama use his bible to be sworn in.
Dr. King was a very, very special human being.
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I didn’t realize he used that bible at swear-in. Cool!
One of the most important people to ever walk the earth.
A great man!
Happy Birthday to him
Happy Birthday MLK.
Great post! I love the picture.
I love that first photo!
Happy Birthday MLK! What an amazing amazing man!
Another soul gone too soon.
Rest In Peace Dr. King… Thanks for the heartfelt tribute
My daughter celebrating in class the next day!
Happy Birthday to Mr. King!
I’m still having a hard time with the fact MLK was so young. I can’t stop thinking about how much more he could have done, had he been allowed to live. I voted for Obama both times and there isn’t a day that goes by that I regret my decision. He’s a great man!
Happy Birthday to Martin Luther King Jr!