To reflect back on all the things we take so easily for granted today that weren't even imagined when I was born is amazing. Such is true for each generation. Certainly the changes in thinking and protocol and inventions have changed dramatically during son's lives and continue through Noah, Hope, Jake and Jonah's life adventure.
I hope the world is becoming "nicer," that people will become more tolerant of differences as the world becomes smaller (more easily accessible) thanks to technology. I hope we become "nicer", to our planet and respectful of the miracle machinery of our bodies.
The media is saying history is being made this week. History is made each and every day. Sometimes the spotlight is on the changes and sometimes they are done without any fanfare or notice.
No matter what your political affiliation, religious or spiritual belief, or ethnic background I hope that 2009 leads all of us in the direction of peace, security and happiness.
Just as there is no magic pill to take to lose weight and get physically fit. It will take each of us to make a difference.