How about having an open mind and reserving judgment before despairing? I understand that sad feeling because that is exactly how I felt in 2004. But if our country can survive 8 years of that, well... keeping an open mind might do you good.
Regarding "keeping an open mind".....unless President-elect Obama breaks all his campaign promises, those of us who voted against him do not have valid reasons to be optimistic.
I disagree with him philosophically, and I will support him only out of respect for our great country, which is a far more generous offer than the many Dems have extended to the outgoing President.
...and then to top it off, I'll be leading my girls in a round of:
If You're Happy and You Know it Clap Your Hands
I (obviously) have a different take on the election. Though, I understand what you are feeling (having been through it...twice). I'm sorry you are upset, and I hope you are pleasantly suprised wiht the next 4 years.
I totally agree with you--and your rebuttal to comments "about an open mind" I disagree with him philisophically and at a core value and principal level. I will "support" him because he is our President, which is more than I can say about the Dems in the past. But, truthfully I am SCARED.
Although we have different views, I'm sorry that John McCain lost because I know from your blog how passionately you felt about him.
It's completely valid to be sad/worried/scared. Otherwise, you would have voted for the other guy. And it's how I would have felt if my candidate had lost.
All things always work for good for those that love the Lord.
LatM - I am sorry if I offended you by my comment. I certainly didn't mean to say that your feelings aren't valid. Of course they are.
I don't feel jubilant over this election. I'm relieved it's over and I'm pleased that my candidate of choice won but I don't think that change is coming so swiftly that there is any reason to be "scared." Depressed, angry, upset - yes. Scared seems odd to me. Our democracy isn't so fragile that one president can ruin it or the country. I think that's been duly proven.
You're right - democrats have criticized Bush in the last 8 years. I've been one of them. Frankly, he earned it. And in the last 2+ years, I heard many republicans criticize him. I guess I'm naive and idealistic to think people should remain open-minded about someone until he's been in office a year - then hate him. But then, republicans didn't offer that courtesy to the previous president in 8 years time either. I think that must be the nature of politics.
One thing is for certain - I was humbled by John McCain's graciousness last night. His speech was eloquent and felt from the heart. Made me sad for him. I think as a supporter you can be proud of that.
Hope we can remain friends, regardless of the election.
I think Tomorrow from Annie needs to be added! Though I am in a bit of a depression today the sun will come out tomorrow and our duty as Americans is to stand behind our leader. I will continue to pray and hope for the best. I think John McCain ended with a wonderful speech last night and we should all be proud!
I'm still wondering what "CHANGE" means? That is a VAGUE term... hmmmm. Is what one person wants changed the same as what the next person wants changed... waiting to see what CHANGE is all about. I am delighted the campaigning is over... it went on far too long.
I am with you on this. Charlie Rose even came out in his show Wednesday night and said that Obama is manuplative (early for buyers remorse on Charlie's part I thought) and then yesterday knowing he chose Rahm as Chief of Staff, someone who is known to be completely partisan! Doesn't that go against his whole campaign of "working together" & "bi-partisan"?
I can respect and appreciate this moment in history and like you I will respect him because he was elected our leader. Yet that doesn't mean I agree with him.
I'm thinking of moving to remote Montana and burying my money in my garden!
Too bad I was singing the Hee Haw song.......all slow and country-ish. It brought a smile to my face despite the reason it was on your post. That is a whole other story!
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those sum it up nicely.
Oh S#$%!!! We are in trouble is all I can say.
I'm still in shock...
"Cry Cry Cry" by Johnny Cash comes to mind.
I am scared/sad/shocked. Glad to see my feelings are not exclusive to me.
How about having an open mind and reserving judgment before despairing? I understand that sad feeling because that is exactly how I felt in 2004. But if our country can survive 8 years of that, well... keeping an open mind might do you good.
Sorry, friend! It's too early for me to think of a song to sum up my feelings but I am H-A-P-P-Y with the outcome!!!!!
I am too busy praying for our country and our pocketbooks to think about music. UGH!
I'm singing "Don't Worry, Be Happy"
:-D
Regarding "keeping an open mind".....unless President-elect Obama breaks all his campaign promises, those of us who voted against him do not have valid reasons to be optimistic.
I disagree with him philosophically, and I will support him only out of respect for our great country, which is a far more generous offer than the many Dems have extended to the outgoing President.
Well, mine are:
Celebration - Kool and the Gang
A Change will do you Good - Cheryl Crow
Let's Get it Started - Black Eyed Peas
...and then to top it off, I'll be leading my girls in a round of:
If You're Happy and You Know it Clap Your Hands
I (obviously) have a different take on the election. Though, I understand what you are feeling (having been through it...twice). I'm sorry you are upset, and I hope you are pleasantly suprised wiht the next 4 years.
Nice list Slacker Mama! Thanks for playing along!
Prince: Party like it's 1999
Pointer Sisters: I'm So Excited
Grease: You're the One that I want
Kool & the Gang: Celebration
(Sorry)
CLARITY- John Mayer
I totally agree with you--and your rebuttal to comments "about an open mind" I disagree with him philisophically and at a core value and principal level. I will "support" him because he is our President, which is more than I can say about the Dems in the past. But, truthfully I am SCARED.
Although we have different views, I'm sorry that John McCain lost because I know from your blog how passionately you felt about him.
It's completely valid to be sad/worried/scared. Otherwise, you would have voted for the other guy. And it's how I would have felt if my candidate had lost.
All things always work for good for those that love the Lord.
Wow, Kim. I am humbled by your graciousness. Many, many thanks for your kind comments.
I'm hearing ya!!
LatM - I am sorry if I offended you by my comment. I certainly didn't mean to say that your feelings aren't valid. Of course they are.
I don't feel jubilant over this election. I'm relieved it's over and I'm pleased that my candidate of choice won but I don't think that change is coming so swiftly that there is any reason to be "scared." Depressed, angry, upset - yes. Scared seems odd to me. Our democracy isn't so fragile that one president can ruin it or the country. I think that's been duly proven.
You're right - democrats have criticized Bush in the last 8 years. I've been one of them. Frankly, he earned it. And in the last 2+ years, I heard many republicans criticize him. I guess I'm naive and idealistic to think people should remain open-minded about someone until he's been in office a year - then hate him. But then, republicans didn't offer that courtesy to the previous president in 8 years time either. I think that must be the nature of politics.
One thing is for certain - I was humbled by John McCain's graciousness last night. His speech was eloquent and felt from the heart. Made me sad for him. I think as a supporter you can be proud of that.
Hope we can remain friends, regardless of the election.
I think Tomorrow from Annie needs to be added! Though I am in a bit of a depression today the sun will come out tomorrow and our duty as Americans is to stand behind our leader. I will continue to pray and hope for the best. I think John McCain ended with a wonderful speech last night and we should all be proud!
I'll go with your choices and add a few more:
Mess - Ben Folds
Yesterday - The Beatles
Novacaine for the Soul - Eels
Falling to Pieces - Faith No More
Doomsday Clock - Smashing Pumpkins
I couldn't agree more!!!!
I'm still wondering what "CHANGE" means? That is a VAGUE term... hmmmm. Is what one person wants changed the same as what the next person wants changed... waiting to see what CHANGE is all about. I am delighted the campaigning is over... it went on far too long.
I am with you on this. Charlie Rose even came out in his show Wednesday night and said that Obama is manuplative (early for buyers remorse on Charlie's part I thought) and then yesterday knowing he chose Rahm as Chief of Staff, someone who is known to be completely partisan! Doesn't that go against his whole campaign of "working together" & "bi-partisan"?
I can respect and appreciate this moment in history and like you I will respect him because he was elected our leader. Yet that doesn't mean I agree with him.
I'm thinking of moving to remote Montana and burying my money in my garden!
Too bad I was singing the Hee Haw song.......all slow and country-ish. It brought a smile to my face despite the reason it was on your post. That is a whole other story!
Girl, I hadn't read all these comments before I commented. You opened a can o' worms! I love ya, love your blog and am a NOBAMA MAMA!
How bout "jesus, Take the Wheel"? I am concerned.
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