We teach patriotism in our house.  To Kevin and I it is very important.  Our kids have a book which they read teaching them about the presidents.  They even know quite a few by picture.  They love flags.  We talk about history in little kids terms when it comes up in conversation.  Last night when the debates were on, I told the kids it was about the next president, it was very important, and they needed to be quiet or go to the playroom so I could hear it.  Chandlur was playing around and would listen off and on.

About 3/4 of the way through, he turns to me, “Mommy, I like his voice”.

“You like the way his voice sounds?”

“Yeah Mommy, I like his voice better than the other one.”

If it were up to this 5 year old, he would be voting for McCain.  Does he care about foreign policy?  Nope.  Does he care about health care?  Nope.  He cares about the important stuff, how his voice comes across.

So far i haven’t been excited about this next election.  i am a life long elephant although for some reason McCain just didn’t grab me.  If you know me much you know my views on Obama (i don’t want hate mail so i will keep those down to a minimum here).

This morning as i was getting out of the shower Kevin said they were announcing McCain’s running mate.  Walking over to the tv i couldn’t believe it when i saw a woman speaking.  What a smart move for them!  Now, Obama doesn’t have a chance.  A soccer mom (or hockey mom as she calls herself) with 5 kids.  One of those kids being an infant who has down syndrome.  O did i mention her hubby is pretty hot too?  They just seem like someone you would meet living on the same street (accept that she was in Vogue magazine).  All i can do is laugh.  What a smart move McCain!  She is such a perfect fit in too many ways.  Go to MSN.com and check out some more

Thanks McCain for renewing my excitement in the political process!