I shook John Lewis' hand today at the Atlanta March.

[japple]

I was in the crowd of 60,000 people waiting for the march to begin. We were not close enough to hear the speakers, but we started hearing cheers and clapping, then people began saying that John Lewis was coming by. I was standing near a walkway holding a sign--a collage I made from the gorgeous work of Shepard Fairey. I had written the names of people from my area who were unable to make it to Atlanta to participate, so they could be with us in spirit. With much gratitude to the great artist, Shepard Fairey, here is the sign.

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Just as John Lewis and his entourage came near, the crowd parted and he saw the sign. He came over to me and shook my hand, told me it was a great sign and thanked me for coming today. It was the most exciting thing that has ever happened to me. For this 66 year old ex hippie, to shake John Lewis' hand was a thrill I will never forget. The march got underway and our group of 6 had a wonderful experience. I don't think Atlanta has seen anything like this for quite awhile. It was a day to remember.

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[Freedomofspeech]

1. Lucky you!

[skylucy]

2. How cool! Your sign is great! So glad you got to shake the hand of

a great American and a true hero.

[hibbing]

3. Fantastic, he's one of my heroes n/t

[Gothmog]

4. Congressman John Lewis is a national treasure

[klook]

5. Wonderful

It was a beautiful day, and a highly motivating experience for all participants.