Tuesday

As most of you know, I find the election process to be really interesting and important. So, as you can imagine, Tues was a pretty fun day for me.

I am an election judge and find that to be really rewarding. I feel like I am contributing to our society and helping my community at the same time. But it is also a pretty selfish thing to do.

I got to see young people vote for the first time. They came in with their parents and were nervous. And when they were done, most were smiling. Not many things at that age can make you feel more like an adult than this.

I got to see people who were new to this country vote for the first time. And they were so proud. Some needed translators (family members) but they knew what they needed to do and did it happily.

I saw people who had to make an effort to vote and did not complain. They had to register at the polls and had to make trips home to get the appropriate documents. Some did it multiple times and 98% of them did not complain.

I had people waiting in line. No one complained about having to wait. They were all there for a purpose and were will to take the time to get it done.

I am proud of the people that voted. We had over 50% turnout (I think 56% but I cannot remember now). It would be nice if that was more, but maybe some day. I think that it is important that we remember that people are fighting and have died to make sure that we have this right. Be proud to be able to vote. Take the time to do it.

P.S. Aren't you happy that another election is 2 years away and you will not have to listen to me rant again until then. Thanks for listening.