I voted!
It kind of made me a little weepy, this privilege and obligation we have. The way the National Anthem makes me weepy. Almost like the time I full out cried when, just after 9/11, the band unfurled the US flag along the entire width and breadth of the football stadium.
Because I love this country. And as messed up as it is, and as much as it feels like our government has incited the hatred of the majority of the world, it's still who I am, who we are.
Americans.
Comments (3)
Here's hoping that tomorrow we start improving our image in the world!
Posted by Carole | November 4, 2008 3:53 PM
Posted on November 4, 2008 15:53
Understand the weepiness, I felt that way when I voted in our recent election.
I would sum up the Americans I know as kind, compassionate, generous and tolerant. I wish for you a government that more closely reflects those values.
Posted by marnie | November 4, 2008 4:56 PM
Posted on November 4, 2008 16:56
I know exactly what you mean about feeling weepy. Tears came to my eyes as I was getting in the car after voting. We live in a wonderful country and are extremely privileged and blessed.
Posted by Beth | November 6, 2008 7:52 AM
Posted on November 6, 2008 07:52