Yesterday, I cancelled all my afternoon meetings. C and I packed up early – 3pm – to head over to K’s ridiculous flat in Earl’s Court, where we watched Barrack’s swearing-in on a wide screen projector in his home theatre.
There is nothing more amazingly attractive than an intelligent, confident, poised, well-spoken, inspired man. Barrack was unbelievable. Just stunning. No one breathed for the 10 minutes of his speech. My mouth was hanging open the entire time and I couldn’t hold back tears. So eloquent. So genuine. So powerful. They say that it was probably the most watched event in the history of the world. Isn’t that incredible? Years from now, we will be asking each other “Where were you when Obama became president?”. I have goosebumps just talking about it. What an inspiring, moving moment. It really does make you believe.
His speech was brilliantly executed. So full of tension, first highlighting the world crisis of war and recession. Then reminding us of America’s perseverance through hard times. Then highlighting the patchwork strength that comes from each individual contributor to the nation’s good. The rhythm, the push and pull, the tension and release. Oratory genius. He made me want to be American! Just incredible!
I’ve heard his chief speech writer is 27 years old! HOW HOW HOW can I get a date with him!??!?!?
