There are a few topics I tend to stay away from in group settings: religion and politics. (And also sports, because I cannot contribute).
Today is election day. The last election day post I wrote was during COVID, when an orange, egotistical madman was running for President. Little Mister was just six years old, and we had a very honest conversation about what the presidential election means, and who the candidates were.
Fast forward to today, and that very same “not nice” candidate is running again.
Our polls opened at 6am today, and I was there at 6:10am. I knew the polls would be crowded and that the day would get away from me, so I made voting the first thing I did today.
There was a beautiful sunrise, which I’m optimistically viewing as a light of hope on a very big day.
Today is a day to do your civic duty, and then find something to occupy your mind – work, a run, shopping, binge a show, cook something, anything – so you don’t fall down a mental rabbit hole. Personally, I’m going to happy hour for cocktails.
As a woman, I’m remaining optimistic that we will elect a President that will protect our rights, and the rights of our children. I’m optimistic that we will move forward as a society, and not backwards.
Now go get your vote on! (And make the right choice!)
Life of kk 