I just watched the 44th president of the United States get sworn into office. I was able to connect to CNN through my facebook page. It was interesting to watch the coverage of Barack Obama's inauguration on my laptop in a different county. Unlike a television or radio, the Internet gives access to live feeds where people can type in their thoughts and feelings as the event takes place. Every few seconds, you can see 6 or 7 different comments from people all over the nation - and even the world. Some were funny, some thought-provoking, and some were just plain mean. But it was all very interesting.

There were a lot of comments from people who were proud of this moment, proud to be an American, and excited to be witnessing history. Many said they were crying with joy, could not hold back the tears, speechless, excited, had goosebumps.... Some said they were worried about having a socialist in office. A lot of people made a big deal about having a black president. Some made comments about how God should be left out of this. Some were asking the nation to rise in prayer. A lot of people were happy to see Bush go - and a lot were thankful for his services.

No matter what your opinion is, no matter how you voted, my hope is that we can unite as a nation and support the president we now have in office. God's will was done. I pray that Obama will have wisdom to make the choices that will please our God and help our nation - especially in these tough economic times.

Here are some other comments I enjoyed as I watched "history unfold":

1. ...thinks Bill Clinton is standing too close to Michelle.
2. ...wonders how much money companies are losing on productivity right now.
3. ...did Slick Willie just put a "kick me" sign on GW's back?
4. ...is finally enjoying a speech from a president that doesn't say "uuuhhh..."
5. ...a president doesn't make a country great, its people do.
6. ...Aretha is amazing but her fashion designer should have a stern talking to.
7. ...did anyone see Bill Clinton checking out all those new interns?
8. ...this announcer is full of himself.
9. ...wonders where that Arab shoe guy is right now.
10 ...thinks Hillary's open mouth smile is terrifying. Vampires don't even make that face before they bite someone!