Inauguration Day 2009: A Writer's Dilemma

While I can conjure up the words, I can't seem to organize them into a narrative that fully expresses my thoughts and feelings about the inauguration of our country's new president.

The words seem to organize themselves into silent prayers
of thanksgiving for the gift of witnessing this historic event;
of hope for unity and reconciliation among citizens of our great nation; and
prayers of protection for President Obama and his family.

No Religion Left Behind

All this religion in the news is captivating for everyone like me. Granted, I'm mostly focused on me but being deeply committed to small "c" catholicism, I thought I'd mention everyone.

In the category of everyone like me: sociologists of religion, religion scholars, theologians, and culture critics; Seekers with multiple spirituality disorders. The view from this latter perspective is particularly panoramic these days. No Religion Left Behind!

While this hasn't yet been reported, I'll bet at least one person running for political office has tried yoga or meditation. Maybe someone has a pranayama practice? I can think of at least one candidate who should.