Reason why today is truly a beautiful day:
- My parents renewed their wedding vows after 30 years of marriage
- I was able not only to be there but to sing during the service AND IT DIDN’T SUCK
- Oh, and did I mention same-sex marriage was legalized in all 50 states today??!?
We've been down in Charleston all week, so the tragedy at the AME church and the 9 men and women who lost their lives here have been very much on our minds. I suppose it should dampen some of our personal joy, and it was truly a senseless, devastating act, but I am also immensely proud of how the city has responded. Instead of riots, peaceful rallies and memorial services have won the day. There is certainly a time for protest and indignation in the face of injustice, but especially in this instance - where one horrible individual acted out of personal hate - the need for compassion and togetherness is so, so big and Charleston has really delivered.
#CharlestonStrong