Tuesday, November 4, 2008

The moment we've been waiting for

It's finally here. And despite being torn in a million different directions for the hundred things I must do today, I feel like today is not an ordinary day. For one, the Dear Husband is at home today playing hooky with me. And of course, the overwhelming feeling of excitement, anxiety and suspense about the results of today's election. Whatever happens, I know today is a historic moment in our nation's history. Today is the day that America can change course and go in the right direction. I have always been proud of my country, but even more so today. So many people are voting for the first time ever. Many others are voting Dem for the first time ever. And most importantly, for the first time ever, millions of people will be voting for the first black man ever to run for President on a major ticket. This is a day that I will be able to tell me son about, and tell him that he was a part of it in a small way, by helping me make phone calls, get out the vote, and accompanying me to the polling booth. It is a teachable moment for so many parents, and I hope that all parents take advantage of this today.
Go out and Vote! Vote Democrat, Vote Progressive! Vote to make this country a beacon of hope for all again!