Yes we can!!!

So, I just want to have you all know that I am VERY happy with the election outcome last night. However, I am unhappy with people in general. I understand supporting and backing a candidate. I was an informed citizen. I did me research, I paid attention, I watched the debates, and I knew where my vote was going. Not only that, but I was informed enough that I could justify why I was going to vote that way. Until I realized that I didn't get my absentee ballot mailed to me this year. My parents had taken the liberty of doing that for me last time. I had not requested it this year and did not realize until it was too late that I could go to the courthouse here and grab one. :( So, I actually did not get to place my vote. History happened and I did not get to help be a part of it.

I log into my facebook account and the majority of my friends who have updated their status have commentary on the election. Those who were happy with the out come, cheered and expressed feelings of joy. Those who were not happy, made comments about moving to Canada and terrorism and socialism...I chose the high road.

I commened John McCain for his concession speech. It was so dignified and the way he acted and accepted defeat was, well, I can't find the word to describe but as close as I can get would be empowering. He actually gave me hope for politics. I am an Obama girl all the way. I love what Barack stands for, I understand his ideals, and I think fresh ideas are exactly what this country needs. But last night, as I was sitting in my tiny living room, watching history unfold before my eyes, I actually felt as though we were seeing two people for who they really are and not who the media was trying to make them into. A man who is going to be the change he wants to see in this world and another man who cares so much for his country, that he is willing to be supportive and encouraging in his time of defeat. and that, is all that one person can ask for....We have hope for the future and some days, that's all we need.