Tim Lebbon – horror and dark fantasy author

My favourite two quotes from a compelling inauguration speech:

“We are a nation of Christians and Muslims, Jews and Hindus – and non-believers.”

“This is the meaning of our liberty and our creed – why men and women and children of every race and every faith can join in celebration across this magnificent mall, and why a man whose father less than sixty years ago might not have been served at a local restaurant can now stand before you to take a most sacred oath.”

What a day.

It’s already been said a thousand times today, but I’ll just add my own voice: we’re living through historic times.  Many of my American friends have been in touch to tell me how they feel good about their country again.  The optimism and joy on display these last 24 hours have been refreshing and contagious, and at a time when most news seems to be shite … well, Hope is the word they’re using.

Many people, me included, never thought they’d live to see the day.  Glad I did.