We the People

I know I just posted a blog, and this won't happen too often, but I just had to get another one out there before the election results come in.

If you are looking for me to tell you the whys and why nots on who I think you should vote for...I hope you aren't holding your breath in anticipation. This is about us…the people who are choosing the next president. I don't know about you, but I am so sick of all the calls, mailers and commentary this year. Seems between television and social media added in, we are so overwhelmed with opinions and mistruths that it is hard to cut through to the core of what is REAL. Every time either candidate says something, the other side turns it into something else. Every time they may change their opinion, and sometimes don't you think it is because they are listening to us???, they are called a liar (even if they aren't lying). When there is unity between parties, great example being Christie and Obama, people gasp because apparently it isn't right that politicians can be human.

Everyone's mind is made up, or at least I hope so by this point. I hope that no matter who wins, we respect the office. I know that is a huge dream of mine, especially after what has been with the last two presidents. Think about this….the office of President is the leader of our great country. They have put themselves out there to "be in charge" of us. Yes, they make mistakes. Yes, they do things one side or the other doesn't agree with, but he, and maybe someday she, deserves respect. They are elected by us. Isn't it great we have that right?

This year's election has truly drawn out the worst in people. The name calling, the exaggerated stories, the arguing amongst we the people. It has become so hateful.  The political groups then get out and stir the hate pot with how they talk and they plant those seeds in our heads. Why? Do we not see how other countries are living? Do our daughters get shot because they think girls should have the right to go to school? We have it pretty lucky…democrat or republican. I would love it if those running for office would go out and just tell us what THEY will do..period. Don't worry about the other guy and knocking him down. I want to know what YOU, Mr. Candidate, will do. Yes, I know…this will never be the case. A girl can dream.

I will be voting. It's probably obvious to you if you see my Facebook page I will be voting Romney. Last election, I voted Obama. I even have a picture of me with him and I am proud of it! But, I can tell you this. No matter who wins, I know it will be what is meant to be and I will respect him as our leader. I need to put my trust in him if for no other reason, I know he will be doing a better job than I could! I hope….really hope…that we can all put this nastiness behind us. I pray that we can work together as a country. Not only in times of crisis as we have recently seen on the east coast, but because we are a great country called the UNITED States of America!

Cheers to November 7!