I have had to drag myself away from the television. I've been somewhat glued to it this morning watching Mr. Barack Obama officially become the President of the United States. I'm happy. There, I've said it. Out loud. Well, kind of....

You see, I have liked Obama since I first saw him years ago. I don't know why. I just did. I've never been too involved in politics, heck I've never much paid attention. I always voted, but never figured my vote counted. I did it because it's a right and I'm all for standing up for our rights. I live on a Republican farm, and I listen to everything that is said about poliltics. But I don't always agree. I've kept my opinion about Obama (somewhat) to myself. Until now I guess.

I'm just ready for change I guess. And it seems that a heck of a lot of people are happy about it, did you see those crowds. It was amazing to see how many people were in that mall area. I'm sure there were even more people we didn't see on TV, but we saw enough. Lots of them. Can you imagine the traffic getting out of DC right now? Man! I used to live there, it's hectic at best. Today it's absolute terror, I'm sure.

But, yet again, I say what a day in America. Let's just hope that things start to change in America. And not change for the worse, we need change for the better. I always think back to "It Takes A Village to Raise A Child." Well, it's going to take a nation to keep us free. We need to do whatever it takes to make sure we keep our business local, and not send our jobs overseas. We need to look into alternative energy. Wind energy needs to be a number one priority.

Well, enough of all that..... I've said it. I'm a happy camper today. Like a lot of people I know. And trust me, I know enough people that aren't that happy today either. I hope they will give our new President a chance. See what happens in 3, 4, 5 months and then we can re-visit this conversation. Because, heck, I'll be the first to admit I'm wrong. I just don't think I am this time.

Have a fabulous evening and enjoy what's left of this amazing day. Hug your loved ones and be thankful for all you have. Believe me, there are other people in the world that would give their left arm for what we have here in the good old United States of America. Le's not take it for granted.

i'm glad obama is president.
i like your blog, this is santana by the way.
dad says i'm the only democrat in like 40 years! lol it kills him.