"Have courage, and be kind..."

As one woman who is teaching her children to look others in the eye, say "please" and "thank you," and be willing to consider opposing viewpoints, I have faith that there are millions out there who want the same. Let's put the phones down and take the time to acknowledge each other in meaningful ways...especially when we disagree. It isn't impossible. I can promise you after eight years living in two very different African cultures, there is more that unites us than divides us...and we mustn't give up on each other.