Current Mood - Concerned

As we sat glued to the tv tonight, annoyed that we've been inundated with politics for the last 21 months, we couldn't turn away from this historical election. For the first time in 10 years, both Conal and myself voted for the same candidate. To be quite honest, I was not thrilled with either candidate, and I had a really hard time making up my mind. But in the end, when I looked at the big picture, I seemed to be able to rest at ease more with the thought of Senator John McCain at the helm. I didn't realize how comfortable I was with my decision until I saw the possibility slip further and further away. At 8:45 Conal cashed in for the night and I was still glued to the tv, IM'ing with Bonnie, our aggravations and fears, for what our future might hold. We decided to get together, even though we were both in our pajamas, at her house and wallow in Senator McCain's concession speech with some red wine.
We have the same concerns, as I'm sure many, about 50% of American's have right now. We're concerned about the safety of our family, our finances. Our global rating with foreign countries, and the possiblities of what they could have in store for us. I'm a bit scared of his judgement and his limited experience, with only four years in policital office.
At this point, I have to accept our new President and hope that his socialist views don't make too drastic of an impact on our society. We have four years with him, and over these four years, I hope that those that did want a certiain change are happy with what they got. I do think it's amazing that we elected our first African American President. I'm proud of our Country for seeing no color, no barrier. I can't imagine what the amazing Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. would be saying right now. I'm excited to see this chapter of history be made, in my lifetime. I do, however, wish I felt more comfortable with Barack Obama's views and leftism.

POST SCRIPT: This is not to be an argumentative post. PLEASE, if you have a rebuttle, don't share it here. I am not a political maven. I do not welcome political discussion or arguments. I am chronicling my thoughts and feelings, as this is my journal. Thank you, The Management!