For 8 years I've felt like a resident alien - no connection, no representation, no idea who the rest of the people inhabiting this country were...I finally feel connected. It wasn't just a win for Obama, it was a win for people to whom I can relate.
I'm avoiding the conversation I can overhear, people grousing about Dino Rossi's loss. Too bad! I'm so happy that Chris Gregoire is in office again. I think she's been great for Washington and a real friend when they were few and far between during these past 8 years.
I am now in a situation - I need a flag. My DH always flys a flag at the house, but I've never flown one at the condo in the city because I haven't felt patriotic. I've felt ashamed and embarassed. Now I'm proud and happy and hopeful! I have to go out and find myself a Stars and Stripes.
If only California wasn't so disappointing. How is it possible that even with the governor against it, they voted to ban gay marriage? WTF? Why does anyone who isn't gay CARE whether gay people get married? I just don't understand the social ignorance - but at least it's not in the white house anymore.
Two steps forward, one step back - better than it has been. Time to give prayers of thanks, and prayers for strength to keep going forward.
Interesting coincidence: Today in History is the first day that Susan B. Anthony voted legally. It's also Guy Fawkes Day - memorable to me because V For Vendetta is one of my favorite movies.
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i'm totally on your wavelength. perfectly put - one step forward, two steps back. it's so strange... but a very american thing to do.
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