I don't mind telling you I'm exhausted! What a glorious day yesterday. I stayed pretty much glued to the TV watching every morsel of the inauguration of PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA. Gee, that sounds good. My feelings are on par with falling in love.

I found myself constantly grinning with open mouth. I let out a few roars. I pumped my arms up high. I danced on the carpet. Most of all, I became emotional, often at the oddest times. I couldn't help myself. I was, and still am, so very happy.

I'm not black, so why the elation? Need I explain? We all know what we've been through the past 8 years. It's been a nightmare in so many ways. I don't need to tell you what it feels like to have hope and confidence that good things will happen in the future--near and far. Let's get on with it. At last.