From The House of Edward: Sail On

Monday, January 21, 2013

Sail On

Sail On, Sail On,

Oh, mighty Ship of State.

To the shores of need,

Pass the reefs of greed,

Through the squalls of hate.

Sail On.

Sail On.

Sail On.

by Leonard Cohen, from Democracy

24 comments:

Susan said...: Thank you for acknowledging this special day~; January 21, 2013 at 2:12 PM
Tish Jett said...: Yes.

xoxo; January 21, 2013 at 3:01 PM
Susie B said...: Absolutely perfect - thank you!!; January 21, 2013 at 4:30 PM
curious said...: Can't think of a finer prophet to speak into today than Leonard! I have strangely felt more proud to be an American today than I have for awhile. Bless you for the image; January 21, 2013 at 5:20 PM
VictoriaArt said...: Wonderful image! As a soon to be American, I feel very moved!; January 21, 2013 at 5:23 PM
kkkkaty said...: Wonderful..I will share ;) I am glad you are feeling better..good advise with the oranges and sand and the dogs;); January 21, 2013 at 5:48 PM
Pondside said...: Just when I wonder 'can it be that Americans aren't able to see how fortunate they are with their leader' you post this and my faith is somewhat restored.; January 21, 2013 at 11:38 PM
Lorrie said...: Love the photo, the meaning of the day, and the words by Cohen - our Canadian poet.; January 22, 2013 at 12:29 AM
Rebecca Jerdee said...: A class act, the Obamas!; January 22, 2013 at 7:07 AM
Sunday Taylor said...: Wonderful! Thank you so much for posting that.; January 22, 2013 at 10:26 AM
Jake of Florida said...: Yes!; January 22, 2013 at 1:56 PM
Susan S said...: So succinct, but covers it all!; January 22, 2013 at 9:10 PM
Marian said...: You hit just the right note. It is wonderful that we are indeed "sailing on" with President Obama. The alternative was ghastly and made me despair... but the people voted ...and the choice was clear.; January 22, 2013 at 11:26 PM
tammy j said...: this is simply perfect.
ditto all the comments above.
tammy j; January 23, 2013 at 8:03 AM
The Weaver of Grass said...: Lovely inspiring photograph Pamela and also good to get a close-up of part of Michelle's coat - I read about it and it is nice to see exactly what it is like.; January 23, 2013 at 9:48 AM
Karen Albert said...: Wonderfully poignant Pamela!

xoxo
Karena
2013 Artists Series; January 23, 2013 at 2:44 PM
Sarah Laurence said...: Gorgeous photos! I love how Obama used both MLK's and Lincoln's bibles for his second inauguration, and even more I loved his message. Rights for all and respect for the planet. This will be a happy second term.

I'm also relieved to read the post below and know that you are feeling better. Sometimes too much well meant concern can be overwhelming. Life is meant to be lived looking forward.; January 23, 2013 at 3:25 PM
Ciara said...: I'm only catching up now, Pamela, after a long, unplanned hiatus. I'm so, so sorry to read of your loss. Every blessing to you, dear one, may the coming year be filled with healing and restorative moments, with sun and sand and oranges, and of course, that big white dog.
Sending hugs. xxx; January 24, 2013 at 6:57 AM
Dumbwit Tellher said...: The photo you chose of inauguration day of the 2 significant bibles could not be more poignant along with perfect words. "through the squalls of hate", strikes deeply true.

It was so happy to receive your message this week. I hope you do get to Scotland sometime very soon. How I would love to be able to greet you here. I truly appreciate your friendship and support Pamela. xx; January 24, 2013 at 6:58 AM
Penny O'Neill said...: However did you get that picture, Pamela? It is perfect, as is Cohen. I'm drawn, again, to Richard Blanco's poem and feel renewed. Thank you.; January 24, 2013 at 12:02 PM
Gail, in northern California said...: Bless his heart, I can only hope that Obama knows the American people want what he's striving for on our behalf.; January 24, 2013 at 7:41 PM
Amelia said...: Amen!; January 25, 2013 at 12:10 AM
Sandra said...: Thank you for sharing!!
Greetings from Sunny South Africa
Sandra; January 27, 2013 at 7:14 AM
sennett residence said...: interesting blog.
may u have a beautiful day !; February 4, 2013 at 1:03 AM

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