I don’t know about you, but I LOVE that artists use their talent and their ‘star quality’ to shine on in sharing messages that reach the masses.  Dave Stewart, formerly of Eurythmics, birthed this song together with Bono some time ago.

When he saw what was happening in the U.S…w/Election ’08…when he saw that change could indeed come to America, and as a result to the rest of the world his inspiration took fire.  He co-created this amazing video with other starry friends like Colbie Caillat, Forrest Whitaker, Whoopie Goldberg, Jason Alexander, Macy Gray and many others as well as some incredible every day citizens, just like you and I.

Here are some notes from Dave Stewart explaining a bit about the song…and why it feels to him like such an inspired time for American Prayer:

“The song always contained one of my favorite passages from Dr. King, which was hauntingly delivered the night before he was assassinated. King says: “I just want to do God’s will. And He’s allowed me to go up to the mountain. And I’ve looked over. And I’ve seen the Promised Land. I may not get there with you. But I want you to know tonight, that we, as a people, will get to the Promised Land!” People long for a connection— whether it is to music, to their country, or to a big idea. Regardless of what happens in November, Senator Obama has reminded millions of people that they have the power to connect to bigger ideas. He is, in essence, the embodiment of a new anthem for change. He has continued King’s narrative from what was once thought of as a dream to a reality. I find it especially relevant that Barack Obama will accept the Democratic Party Nomination for President 45 years to the day of King’s “I Have a Dream” speech.
When we were originally writing the song, Bono was crafting the words in a way that would make people think about the fact that ‘America’ as a concept was a truly great idea, based on the bedrock of equality. I find it more pertinent than ever to release it now; to the moment America finds itself in, daring to re-imagine itself and its place in the world.”

I hope you enjoy “American Prayer” as much as I.  In times like these, in all times…I am ever grateful for messages of inspiration; especially those whose lyrics float on harmonic rainbows of sound as this one does!

Love, Peace and Harmony… ~Debra

It’s a NEW DAY…INDEED!  It amazes me how we can wake up one day and seriously find ourselves refreshed and filled with Hope, Courage and the Willingness and Determination to be the change we wish to see in the world.  This is always my prayer…and I have to admit, it feels a whole lot easier these days!  The road is long and perhaps steeped in some difficult times yet ahead.  But, hey…It’s a NEW DAY…filled with promise!  Are you feelin’ it??  :0)

Deann has two beautiful young girls, 5 and 2.  They’ve been learning all about elections, presidents, governments and character with Deann over the last several months of this election.

My sister shared a great story last night that I wanted to share with all of you…the greater soul wisdom of our children tickles me and astounds me every time!

The night before the election my sister had her girls start chanting, “Barack Obama, Barack Obama” over and over again.  She said it was the cutest, most moving site seeing her two little ones dancing and chanting the name of our now President Elect.

Yesterday when Deann picked Anya up from kindergarten Anya was wearing an “I Voted” sticker.  Deann noticed and said, “cool honey, you voted!  Who did you vote for?”  Anya shouted while smiling, “Barack Obama!” with as much enthusiasm as she held in her chanting the night before.

Later in the evening as they were watching history being made, as the polls were closing and the tallies were rolling in Anya watched along side her mom with pride and glee.

It was time for bed before the final results were in.  Deann tucked her sweet, happy 5 year old into bed.  Several minutes had passed and Deann heard sobbing coming from Anya’s bedroom.  She went to see why Anya was crying.  When Deann went in Anya sat up and said, “Oh Momma…I’m just so sad!”.  Deann asked, “Why honey, everything’s OK.”  Anya said, “No Momma, everything’s not OK.  I feel sad for John McCain.  Why does there have to be a loser?  I don’t want anyone to have to lose?  I hope John McCain will be OK, Momma.  Do you think he’ll be OK?”

Wow!  The wisdom and compassion in my niece’s heart just moves me to tears.  SHE is our future.  Our children are our future.  They “get it” above and beyond where most of us ever will.

Today, I am grateful that the change we need is here.  I’m confident in knowing that YES, WE can.  I’m excited and fully enrolled in the new potential that lies before us.  And most of all, I am humbled in the presence of my wise 5 year old niece who exudes Love and Compassion beyond measure.  THIS is the answer.  This will deliver us to the “promised land” we’re all creating.

With Love and Compassion Flowing Abundantly I Celebrate Life and the Hearts of ALL.

In Harmony,

Debra

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