Post Election!

It’s over. Finally. Aren’t we glad?

Now we can get back to living and striving for our dreams for self and family and country. So much to do. So much to prepare for. But also so much to be grateful for.

Thanksgiving approaches, a time we spend with loved ones and celebrate togetherness and just being. No gifts. Not false faces. Just good presence in each other’s lives. And of course great food! Turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, onions, giblets, roasted turkey skin succulent with herbs and spices! And just when you think you can’t eat another thing, along comes dessert. Pies – apple and pumpkin – but maybe other varieties as well. And ice cream or whipped cream atop each piece! Already the pain and agony of the elections wane, lost in the aromas of anticipated goodies on the Thanksgiving dinner table.

Whether times have been tough for you or some of our family, we have much to be grateful for. When hurting financially we oddly find more to be grateful for. In times of plenty we lose sight of the basics. They are so good: health; music; art; aromas; tastes; love of significant people in our lives; togetherness of special people; cooperation and collaboration on difficult tasks; weather that makes us feel safe and secure indoors; or weather that allows us freedom outdoors. The warmth felt on the face from a morning’s sun. The crisp cool air of a growing dusk and twilight. A panting dog keeping pace with your stride; his/her wanting to be close to you!

I worked as an election judge yesterday. Set up the polling place on Monday evening, then worked the poll from 5 am to 9 pm. A long day. A steady stream of voters. A good participation rate for our area. It was good to witness the dedication of the voters to do their duty. And to be a team member of folks who keep the election process working smoothly and fairly. It’s America at work in a microcosm. A good microcosm.

This is a short blog today. Rest and get back to normal soon, for both you and I. There is much for each of us to do. But first some rest!

November 7, 2012