Parade magazine in the US has asked Barack Obama to write an open letter to his daughters explaining how he felt about the two years he spent on the road campaigning to be president , why he wanted that particular job so much and what he hopes to do during his time in office…..
Dear Malia and Sasha,
I know that you’ve both had a lot of fun these last two years on the campaign trail, going to picnics and parades and state fairs, eating all sorts of junk food your mother and I probably shouldn’t have let you have. But I also know that it hasn’t always been easy for you and Mom, and that as excited as you both are about that new puppy, it doesn’t make up for all the time we’ve been apart. I know how much I’ve missed these past two years, and today I want to tel you a little more about why I decided to take our family on this journey.
When I was a young man, I thought life was all about me – about how I’d make my way in the world, become successful, and get the things I want. But then the two of you came into my world with all your curiosity and mischief and those smiles that never fail to fill my heart and light up my day. And suddenly, all my big plans for myself didn’t seem so important anymore. I soon found that the greatest joy in my life was the joy I saw in yours. And I realized that my own life wouldn’t count for much unless I was able to ensure that you had every opportunity for happiness and fulfillment in yours. In the end, girls, that’s why I ran for President: because of what I want for you and for every child in this nation.
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This is such a lovely post, Mia.
What a lovely man. I've always liked him and what he stands for. What a change from the village idiot from Texas. America is in a big 'ol mess but hopefully he can right some of the wrongs especially that debacle over in Iraq where so much life has been lost. I do hope he stays safe during his Presidency - I do feel a little edgy for him as whenever someone of promise appears ......