Rhana B and her fans have made it to Tallahassee. Rhana started her walk in Sarasota. 52 days and 400 miles later, she is now at the state capitol! For Rhana, it’s about making all of our votes count. There seems to be general agreement that money has corrupted our system. Our representatives are not corrupt but the system is. She reports about the final leg of her journey on her blog:
All my fears were laid to rest. I was worried that no one would show up and I’d be walking to the capitol by myself. It was wonderful to see all the familiar faces from Venice, Sarasota, Bradenton and some of the towns I passed on my way. I won’t name names as I’m sure to forget some. But everyone who has taken part in this effort has a special place in my heart. I can honestly say I love you all. I’m bad at numbers and was too excited to count everyone but there must have been 30 people who walked part of the 5 miles and then more joined us as we approached the Capitol. See the picture. We filled the steps at the old State Capitol. Lawrence Lessig walked the whole 5 miles and I got the chance to talk with him I felt like a Bobbysoxer meeting Frank Sinatra. How often does one get to meet an idol?! I’ve already mentioned the endearing John Bonifaz. Lessig was warm and friendly. David Cobb is amazing. He is such a dynamic speaker. They were all so comfortable to be with.
The media were there and we were all interviewed.
Then we were off to the Unitarian Universalist Church for a pot luck lunch followed by a wonderful performance by Barbara Bates Smith and Jeff Sebens of Go Granny D. A perfect way to end the day.
Then it was all over, well, this part of the project was over. I have a feeling it won’t end here. Stay tuned……..
