I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.
I have a dream that one day, down in Alabama, with its vicious racists, with its governor having his lips dripping with the words of "interposition" and "nullification" -- one day right there in Alabama little black boys and black girls will be able to join hands with little white boys and white girls as sisters and brothers.
On this day, reflect on how we can raise our children to love all people. To continue King's life work, we must look beyond our own homes and neighborhoods to bring equality to all children. His dreams for a better future reminded me of a post that I wrote in the first months of blogging that I called, "My Prayer for Children." I feel inadequate posting my words alongside such a great man, but his legacy reminds me that we must continue the fight to create a better future for all our children.
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My Prayer for All Children
May you see love and adoration in your parents' eyes.
May you hear your parents' laughter at your silliness.
May you always have food on your table and a safe place to sleep at night.
May you be surrounded by a community of relatives, friends, and neighbors who care about you.
May you be given freedom to express yourself through play.
May you have more laughter than tears.
May your parents have the strength and resources to get help when needed.
May your parents have the wisdom to make you one of their priorities.
May your parents be your best advocate.
May your parents believe in you.
May your parents appreciate your true gifts.
May your parents strive for a better life for you.
May your community protect you.
May your community educate you.
May your community accept your differences.
May your community preserve your environment.
May your community work to make a better future for you.
May you always feel loved, safe, and happy.
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