The American people are rejoicing because they know that this is a wonderful outcome.

We watched at work, all day, as the votes for Obama came in, and share the massive sense of relief, hope and pride that such a young, ethical and inspirational man has been voted in as president.

Here, in downtown Sydney, my Aussie colleagues of various backgrounds (Italian, Sudanese, Macedonian, Chinese, Greek and just plain old Celtic Aussie) watched both McCain and Obama's speeches, and cheered.

some of us had a cry. his words of unity, his optimism and his pledge to listen reach all the way out to Australia.

what a wonderful day.

congratulations to you all

freda