Things...
To begin, today was both one of the most stressful and one of the most fun that I have had in awhile. I participated in a debate (or "informal conversation") tonight, with Stuart as my Republican counterpart, and we did fairly well. It was a pleasant discussion, which made me really happy.
Believe it or not, I am NOT fond of political bickering. I don't mind discussing and disagreeing, but there are times when it gets out of hand and I was nervous about that because I know the nature of my opponents (and no, that is not a blanket statement about Democrats). But, it was pleasant!
What made the evening extra fun was spending it with my girls (Leslie, Sara, Christina and Allison). We were finally able to watch our video from our road trip in March 2002. It had been misplaced since our trip, and was found recently. We laughed so hard at ourselves, and it only made me love these girls more--because we still have just as much fun together, though we are more mature now (that was DEFINITELY evident after watching ourselves on that video). So many memories came back...and it was just such a great experience!
I have been SO blessed by these girls (and not only these 4--Jessica, Cara and others are a part of the group as well!). I am so excited to see where our friendships take us after we graduate.
In response to my last post and the comments that were given...I know that they were quite partisan, and I am sorry for that. Believe me, I KNOW all too well that the Republican party is imperfect as well! I suppose the past few posts have been a reflection of the last few days, which have been tense and nerve-wracking for many reasons.
I know that the Democratic party is not composed of bad people. I know that they are not inept. Please understand that. However, at my school, the Democrats that I interact with on a daily basis often are uninformed and are the kind of people that give "fuel" to the Republicans. And being around them the past few days has made me frustrated.
I know the voter fraud issues are not solely Democratically caused--but when I saw that ballot from Cleveland I just couldn't understand how that could be a mistake. At all. Still can't.
So I'm sorry for posting without fully considering the implications of my words. I am a Republican, and my political posts will reflect those views. But I do apologize for the blanket statements.
And with that, I am going to bed...to fall asleep listening to the pouring rain.
Believe it or not, I am NOT fond of political bickering. I don't mind discussing and disagreeing, but there are times when it gets out of hand and I was nervous about that because I know the nature of my opponents (and no, that is not a blanket statement about Democrats). But, it was pleasant!
What made the evening extra fun was spending it with my girls (Leslie, Sara, Christina and Allison). We were finally able to watch our video from our road trip in March 2002. It had been misplaced since our trip, and was found recently. We laughed so hard at ourselves, and it only made me love these girls more--because we still have just as much fun together, though we are more mature now (that was DEFINITELY evident after watching ourselves on that video). So many memories came back...and it was just such a great experience!
I have been SO blessed by these girls (and not only these 4--Jessica, Cara and others are a part of the group as well!). I am so excited to see where our friendships take us after we graduate.
In response to my last post and the comments that were given...I know that they were quite partisan, and I am sorry for that. Believe me, I KNOW all too well that the Republican party is imperfect as well! I suppose the past few posts have been a reflection of the last few days, which have been tense and nerve-wracking for many reasons.
I know that the Democratic party is not composed of bad people. I know that they are not inept. Please understand that. However, at my school, the Democrats that I interact with on a daily basis often are uninformed and are the kind of people that give "fuel" to the Republicans. And being around them the past few days has made me frustrated.
I know the voter fraud issues are not solely Democratically caused--but when I saw that ballot from Cleveland I just couldn't understand how that could be a mistake. At all. Still can't.
So I'm sorry for posting without fully considering the implications of my words. I am a Republican, and my political posts will reflect those views. But I do apologize for the blanket statements.
And with that, I am going to bed...to fall asleep listening to the pouring rain.
posted by Lesa at 10/26/2004 11:51:00 PM
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