Super-sick Tuesday.
Today, in our quarantined little house (Simon has definitely joined Chris with the flu - I am still hanging on to health), we are definitely paying attention to what is going on around the country. Lots of checking things out online and switching back and forth between CNN and Fox News (gotta have a bit of both sides).
It is tremendously exciting to see so many people involved in the process. So many people voting rather than staying home; being a part of the entire process. Regardless of who you are supporting it is so cool to see so many people engaged rather than apathetic.
Some of you may remember that we had the opportunity to meet Barack Obama back in September. I continue to be inspired by him and am definitely supporting him (even though our primary is not until May 20th: grumble) and cheering him on today.
Many of you may have already seen this "yes we can" video. It's the words and the sentiment and the passion that I love. If you want to see the actual words from the speech go here (click the "about this video" tab).
If you have the opportunity in your state today, go vote.
ali in our country, everyone has to vote - it's compulsory or else you will be fined. wishing you all good health.
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Hello Ali, this is the first time I have left a comment on your blog. Thank you for sharing that video, it is so inspiring!! I am from Iowa, so we have already done our voting - but it is so exciting to watch this process and to know that we are in for a great change:) I hope that everyone is feeling better soon!!
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Yes we can! And yes I did, vote that is, in Illinois, Barack's home state. Working this evening, so I won't be able to watch the returns until I get home :(
Hope your family gets well soon - and you stay healthy!
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Isn't it great that we live in a country where we can vote our values and beliefs? Yes, I voted today here in Illinois, and even though Obama is not my choice, I respect all those who make the effort to get out and cast a vote for the person of their choice! Hope the flu is short-lived in your house Ali!
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one californian has voted for obama!
take care of you all. . . . some horrible stuff going around.
~mary
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Hi Ali...take Airbone!! Love the "gotta have a little of both" comment...I could never understand why my hubby was watching Fox!
THANK YOU to Maria (who posted above) for the link to Michelle Obama's speech too! I wish you all could have been at the UCLA rally...it was an incredible experience!
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On my way to the polls with DH & 3 children. I think it's educational for the kids to experience (even though they'll probably end up driving us crazy, LOL)! GO BARACK! I feel a change coming in my bones, and it couldn't be any worse than our present "leadership". Take care, and hurry back with the inspo!
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Voted here in Georgia!
Get well soon to the Edwards family
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A: Thank You SO MUCH for posting this video. Though I have already seen it, I applaud you for using your platform at various times to broadcast noteworthy messages...with this certainly being one of them.
CHANGE WE CAN BELIEVE IN!
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I voted in Illinois after work. They have had higher voting numbers at my polling place and I am excited about that!!
Thanks for the post about the Yes We Can!!
"Yes We Can!!!"
(Hope you all feel better soon!!)
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Polls are starting to close here on the east coast. Obama took Georgia.
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Polls are starting to close here on the east coast. Obama took Georgia.
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I voted today, well actually sent in my absentee ballot because I was going to be out of town today.
I'm glad we have that option. I love that my kids were interested in who we were voting for and wanted to know how the process worked.
Hope your family is well soon.
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Nice video, but I don't have much respect for Obama since he made the choice to drop out of Michigan's ballot. I have no choice to not vote for him! haha. Stick on to the healthy side of things.. I hope you go your flu shot!
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Nice video, but I don't have much respect for Obama since he made the choice to drop out of Michigan's ballot. I have no choice to not vote for him! haha. Stick on to the healthy side of things.. I hope you go your flu shot!
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Hoping your family gets better soon!!! The flu just sucks. Praying you don't get it yourself.
I haven't kept track today of what has been going on but I'm crossing my fingers that Obama is taking the lead..=)
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Thanks for sharing. Our primary in Ohio is in March.
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My household has the Flu too...still my husband and I made our way to VOTE in Georgia!
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I hope that everyone is better soon
flu sucks!
When i get it...takes weeks to leave! grr!
Hugs
K.
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I had not seen that video, thanks so much for sharing. I believe, yes we can!
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I am also excited about this election. Some incredible stuff going on. It gives me chills...I pray you remain healthy. Yes, We Can!
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This is a great video. Hang in there...we got to go first in Iowa and it is amazing to watch the HOPE spread. I believe that, "Yes, we can!” Well wishes to your family!
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Ali See if you can past this in. It's to an Arizona little Hoodie with rainbow A's on it. Saw it advertised and it spoke your name to me. Sue B> Illinois
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Great video Ali, thanks so much for posting it! Great speech no matter what party lines you sit on!
Hope you stay well and that your boys get well soon! Take good care!
Yes we can!!! I voted today, too!
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Yes we can make a difference and I hope we start soon. Our government needs change. I hope your family gets better soon...
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