This weekend, I heard a woman speak who marched with MLK...

[kick-ass-bob]

in Louisville, KY. She was a teenager and did it against her - by today's standards (braided 5 switches together, 25 or 50 lashes) - abusive father's wishes - and went she to jail, more than once.
After leaving, we were telling my son (who was in another room), age 9, about what she did and why and he plainly stated, "I would do that. That is just wrong. Everyone is the same on the inside."

I have no doubt that he would/will - because he is that kind of kid - one who instead of birthday gifts, he asks his friends to buy pet supplies to give to animal shelters, or gifts for children who wouldn't be getting gifts.

His statement about marching brought tears to my eyes. I've never been so moved by words from his mouth, it was all straight from his heart.
He can make a difference in this world.

Where the hell is a "proud emoticon" when you need one?

[Droopy]

1. Good deal

I think kids have a better handle on race relations than many adults do.

[mahina]

2. You raised a fine son.

Not easy these days, I know. Materialism and lack of compassion are like a disease. Congratulations and thanks!

[Mistress Quickly]

3. My kids

are shocked by the fact that there were such racists in this country. That everything was seperated by color. That blacks were treated as "less than one". What a difference a generation makes.