Onion Slices

With the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day fast approaching, I just wanted to pop up a post with some of my thoughts about it.

I am so very glad that I live in a country that has embraced diversity and equality. I know it’s not perfect and there are many people out there that are just dirt-bags, but on the whole, people are trying to be better. The second thing I think about is the fact that MKL, Jr. was so dedicated to the principles of non-violence. Too many people, governments and other groups think that violence is an effective tool, but I am glad to say that I am willing to stand up and say that, “no, it isn’t.” In some cases it will end a conflict, but it will never solve the conflict.

While that’s something of a depressing point, what I am choosing to take away from this day is that people can choose. They can pick a side to be on, and that means that they never have to give in to hatred, violence or pain, if they don’t want to. Sometimes the choice is sucky (give in or die), but it still exists.

So, here’s to you, Dr. “We all deserve to be treated by the content of our hearts and not the color of our skin.” I’ll be raising a glass to you tonight and remembering that there is the capacity for humanity to shine.