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Class

Class bores me to tears, so here I am blogging. There doesn't seem to be any relief coming. Can anybody save me?

I haven't forgotten...

I haven't forgotten about you, my faithful readers, I just haven't felt much like writing. Maybe soon, stay tuned true believers!!

American Idol

..........is back!!!!!!!!!!!!

Church

We went to visit Morehead United Methodist Church today. It occurs to me that church renews me. Helps me to reset, reboot and refresh.

Birthdays

Yesterday I went to two birthday celebrations. One was at world famous (or at least Greensboro famous) Arigato Japanese Steak House. The other was a house party. I ate well, drank a bit and overall had a decent time. Happy Birthday Heather and Ben!! Here I am trying on a pair of Ben's sunglasses. I felt very Kanye.

President - Elect Barack Obama

Election Day

Yesterday was a great day in American history. The first man of color was elected President of the United States of America (POTUS), the highest office in the land. How is that for civil rights?! This country has come a long way in dealing with racial tolerance and acceptance. I long for the day when this kind of thing is no longer even news. When people don't think of race or sex or ethnicity first, but as an interesting addendum to add depth to a person rather than detracting.

The accomplishment is not only Barack Obama's or just an accomplishment for black people. This is an accomplishment for America. This is evidence that things really do change and people can change their minds and leave prejudices behind. My country is evolving before my very eyes and I am overjoyed.

Congratulations, Mr. Obama and congratulations America, land that I love.

Hulk Smash!

Christy got me Hulk gloves that make sounds and say things like "Hulk Smash!" and "You're making me angry, you won't like me when I'm angry!". One of the best gifts I have ever gotten and it wasn't even my birthday!

One More Step

Christy and I went to church today at College Park Baptist Church this morning. The sermon was about faithfulness. Taking that one more step. Very appropriate for me and for our country as we navigate difficulties. This is a very important time for America. We are on the verge of depression and this election is historic. I would like to put my $0.02 worth in and say PLEASE VOTE! Most people who say that really mean, please vote for MY favorite candidate. I really just mean vote. It is important for everyone to stand up and be counted. Vote for who best espouses your values. I voted early and am glad that I did. Take part in the civic process. Let your voice be heard. Take that one more step.

I don't get too much into politics and religion on this blog, but that is not because I do not feel strongly about both. This will not become a forum for those kinds of discussions, but I would be remiss if I did not say that both are very important in my life and in everyone's lives. Both affect each of us either directly or indirectly, whether we like it or not. One of the ways that we have to be involved in the process and affect the outcome is by voting and it costs us nothing but a little time.