LOL: Living Out Loud
Friday, November 7, 2008
Pedicures and Metros
Aside from the excitement of this week's presidential election, I saw something very funny. A co-worker was hobbling down the hall, walking as if each step was painful. I could not resist asking what was wrong. He said that he had gotten a pedicure and then went to play basketball later that night. When he woke up, his feet were extremely sore! Those darn metrosexuals!
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Reflections
A student asked me if I voted for Barack Obama just because of the color of his skin. Hmmm. . .I had to choose my words carefully. I told her that based upon the 2 choices, Barack Obama's platform on the issues impressed me and promoted what I needed: change. In the past elections, race was never an issue in the race. We just chose a president based on the issues. But because of race, it was an issue. Regardless, the American public spoke and elected a historic choice, Barack Obama!
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Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Obama Wins!
I am a tough cookie but when Barack Obama was announced the winner of the 2008 Presidential Election: I cried! I called my 89 year old Grandmother and we talked about Obama's win. She had been on pins and needles all day. I am so happy that she lived to see the day to vote for and elect the 44th President of the United States of America, an African American named Barack Obama.
John McCain offered a well-rehearsed but good concession speech.
Earlier in the day, I sent postcards to my family and thank you cards to my 11th and 12th grade history teachers! I thought it was most appropriate and timely. My 11th grade teacher always told me that when I graduated, she wanted a dishwasher! Ok, I'll put that on my list. Maybe we can go see Oprah!
Congratulations President-Elect!
I am a tough cookie but when Barack Obama was announced the winner of the 2008 Presidential Election: I cried! I called my 89 year old Grandmother and we talked about Obama's win. She had been on pins and needles all day. I am so happy that she lived to see the day to vote for and elect the 44th President of the United States of America, an African American named Barack Obama.
John McCain offered a well-rehearsed but good concession speech.
Earlier in the day, I sent postcards to my family and thank you cards to my 11th and 12th grade history teachers! I thought it was most appropriate and timely. My 11th grade teacher always told me that when I graduated, she wanted a dishwasher! Ok, I'll put that on my list. Maybe we can go see Oprah!
Congratulations President-Elect!
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Monday, November 3, 2008
Election Eve
Politics and Religion. I learned early to avoid discussions about these two. But trust me, I have my views about both. But on this election eve, I had to go on record to express my thoughts. There is a buzz in the air. No matter which party wins, history will be made. Either the first African American Head of State or the first female VP. It is an exciting time to be alive.
I have been amazed at the number of people that I have known who died this year before they could vote. But on Tuesday's Oprah, there will be a segment about a fellow Mississippian who turned 109 and had the chance to vote in this historic election. (Though I live in Tennesse, I still consider myself a Mississippian.) The Oprah guest, affectionately called, "Aunt Nettie" is the mother my high school American Government teacher! How cool is that?! Now, the show has not aired yet but I work with Aunt Nettie's great niece and she reports that she proudly stated that she already voted early, for Barack Obama.
There is such pride in my community among older folks I know who have lived long enough to cast a vote for Barack Obama. My 89 year old grandmother is another Obama supporter. I've bought her t-shirts that I promise she is going to wear the silk screen off until it no longer reads "Obama" but "O"! Then she'll be able to represent both Obama and Oprah! What a team! My friend Liz has sent her 2 buttons all the way from Washington, D.C. and you'd think she had hit the lottery! She even went so far as to ask if I thought that Obama himself had sent her the buttons! I had to give her the truth, and tell her no. My grandmother is hilarious.
My husband and I voted early on October 20 and I was in line for 45 minutes. I did not mind the wait. Struggles ensued so that I may have the right to vote. Surely, if my ancestors could march and face unspeakable oppositions, surely I could stand peacefully in line to cast my ballot for Barack Obama.
Politics and Religion. I learned early to avoid discussions about these two. But trust me, I have my views about both. But on this election eve, I had to go on record to express my thoughts. There is a buzz in the air. No matter which party wins, history will be made. Either the first African American Head of State or the first female VP. It is an exciting time to be alive.
I have been amazed at the number of people that I have known who died this year before they could vote. But on Tuesday's Oprah, there will be a segment about a fellow Mississippian who turned 109 and had the chance to vote in this historic election. (Though I live in Tennesse, I still consider myself a Mississippian.) The Oprah guest, affectionately called, "Aunt Nettie" is the mother my high school American Government teacher! How cool is that?! Now, the show has not aired yet but I work with Aunt Nettie's great niece and she reports that she proudly stated that she already voted early, for Barack Obama.
There is such pride in my community among older folks I know who have lived long enough to cast a vote for Barack Obama. My 89 year old grandmother is another Obama supporter. I've bought her t-shirts that I promise she is going to wear the silk screen off until it no longer reads "Obama" but "O"! Then she'll be able to represent both Obama and Oprah! What a team! My friend Liz has sent her 2 buttons all the way from Washington, D.C. and you'd think she had hit the lottery! She even went so far as to ask if I thought that Obama himself had sent her the buttons! I had to give her the truth, and tell her no. My grandmother is hilarious.
My husband and I voted early on October 20 and I was in line for 45 minutes. I did not mind the wait. Struggles ensued so that I may have the right to vote. Surely, if my ancestors could march and face unspeakable oppositions, surely I could stand peacefully in line to cast my ballot for Barack Obama.
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