As I stood on my balcony this morning watching the wind blow through a cheap polyester flag,my eye caught the little tag that hung on the side.I chuckled for a moment,and then it occurred to me, this symbol of freedom,patriotism,democracy,and all that makes this country great,happens to be made in a country where they don't enjoy these same values.As we embark on a journey to the Beijing Olympic Games in China,I am saddened by all the turmoil,pain,and injustice the Tibetan people have edured.I hope someday that they can live free without boundaries,without restrictions,and without suffering.

I wonder if they know what freedom feels like,will they ever?