Rest in peace, Mrs. Parks

There were many before her and many after her who all fought for freedom.

Some fought by sneaking slaves through the underground railroad. Some fought by learning how to read although it was illegal. Others fought by giving up their lives. Rosa Parks fought by not giving up her seat in Jim Crow Alabama.

Thank God for all the people who came before us and fought that we could be equal -- whether you live in the United States, Canada, the Islands or wherever.

Don't forget what our foreparents have done so that we can feel free to work where we want, live where we want, marry who we want, be friends with who we want.

Rest in peace, Mrs. Parks. You lived a long life and you've done much good for your people.