tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-144530270551564552.post3623702375668103035..comments2024-01-28T02:33:20.498-06:00Comments on Treasures Found :: Inspiration is Everywhere: Exercise Your RightTesoriTrovatihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12771359288546654791noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-144530270551564552.post-42253613171481559492012-11-12T12:48:40.515-06:002012-11-12T12:48:40.515-06:00That was a very well written post! My own daughter...That was a very well written post! My own daughter voted differently than I did and while my husband was quick to dislike that fact I reminded him that each one of us has the right to vote for who we think will do the best job, period. He kept his mouth closed about it after that, lol. One thing you might consider is choosing a party. I was an independent but I changed because I began to feel that choosing a candidate right from the start was important too. I can still vote my heart be it dem. or repub. when it's time but I like being a part of the process all the way through.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-144530270551564552.post-91417695456409777652012-11-09T12:48:22.952-06:002012-11-09T12:48:22.952-06:00Rock on.
Love
MadgeRock on.<br /><br />Love<br />MadgeMargot Potterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07328794490189942896noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-144530270551564552.post-15063486976886016362012-11-08T18:34:23.887-06:002012-11-08T18:34:23.887-06:00My son voted in his first election Nov. 6th. He&#...My son voted in his first election Nov. 6th. He's been so anxious to do so since in grade school when President Clinton was running for office. He was just a little too young the last presidential election, but was so excited Tuesday voting and Tuesday evening watching the results. It was a joy to see! Sharylhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11290002867469159820noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-144530270551564552.post-66883169103878172812012-11-07T14:56:18.771-06:002012-11-07T14:56:18.771-06:00This post really resonated with me. My family and...This post really resonated with me. My family and I are at opposite ends of the spectrum when it comes to political issues and I never bring it up (they do frequently). I am always (still in my 40's)! ridiculed for my views and I used to get yelled at for not voting for their candidate. It stinks. I am one of the only ones among my friends that actually does research on my own to decide, they all base their decisions off of what they see on tv. It is very frustrating to me. I see it as a very important responsibility and feel that it's my obligation to spend some time and research who is the best fit for my vote. It also frustrates me when people don't bother to vote, it is such a precious right to have and we should all use it.Kimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12846730286299197806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-144530270551564552.post-1455661127200582292012-11-07T12:03:27.171-06:002012-11-07T12:03:27.171-06:00What a lovely and post! It brought tears to my eye...What a lovely and post! It brought tears to my eyes because I too think it's such an important right we have as US citizens to vote. I love how you support your children, teaching them to think for themselves, find the information and follow their own hearts - as it should be. More people should have such an open heart and mind,....Shelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11087293577550452789noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-144530270551564552.post-13324492750920842602012-11-07T03:47:41.476-06:002012-11-07T03:47:41.476-06:00I love your attitude Erin, I wish more people coul...I love your attitude Erin, I wish more people could grasp this truth of political responsibility, perhaps the world would be a better place for it :)Jess Greenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07446419759153926480noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-144530270551564552.post-16816405719511927542012-11-06T21:23:04.532-06:002012-11-06T21:23:04.532-06:00Go Girl!
And as my family sits with anticipation ...Go Girl!<br /><br />And as my family sits with anticipation around the TV tonight watching incoming election results. I can only wish for another data point and wonder who was the big winner at your daughter's straw vote... ;)LisaShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09570555288663975913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-144530270551564552.post-73897598924300094982012-11-06T20:50:32.648-06:002012-11-06T20:50:32.648-06:00Great post!
Great post!<br />Michelle Tuckerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16507388096356973078noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-144530270551564552.post-57808510179152142882012-11-06T16:37:03.320-06:002012-11-06T16:37:03.320-06:00Hi Erin,
This is a wonderful post and it touches o...Hi Erin,<br />This is a wonderful post and it touches on how most people think and feel. I have always been one to move to the beat of my own drum and not with the crowd, but I do shy away from conversations of politics and religion. I voted today as I have ever since my first time voting for the President of our United States in 1980. Yes while you were in grade school learning about politics, I was casting my very first vote. <br />May we always be a country that has the freedom to vote for the men and women that will represent and up- hold our rights as United States citizens.<br />ThereseTherese's Treasureshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11048140538791568162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-144530270551564552.post-55747246591926841202012-11-06T14:50:47.792-06:002012-11-06T14:50:47.792-06:00Growing up I was never exposed much to politics ex...Growing up I was never exposed much to politics except the opinions of my father. But I was too young to understand. After I got married at age 18 for some reason voting was not important to me. But over the years I tried to be educated about the candidates, but I have to say this year was the most difficult time I've ever had at making a choice. Honestly I can never believe a word either of them says,and how do I know they can get done what they say they will? And I'm just not able to tell how some of their actions will affect me and my family. This year my husband and I are on opposite sides, a first in our 31 years together. Like you, I don't believe in voting along a certain party line, but more on the lines of who will be the best one for the job.<br /><br />No matter what, I am thankful that we can vote witout fearing for our livesAlicehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07545020113679133121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-144530270551564552.post-9814322702776370602012-11-06T14:17:17.980-06:002012-11-06T14:17:17.980-06:00I feel lucky to share the same political views as ...I feel lucky to share the same political views as my parents and two of three siblings. My father-in-law, however, does not share my (and my husbands) political views, and it does cause a rift between them every four years. <br /><br />I agree with you that it is important to look at every candidate and make a decision based on that particular candidate, but I will admit that I also take into account the overall party platforms. There are some strong differences there, and sometimes I will vote for someone because of their party. I have a daughter, and I feel the need to protect her future in that way.Cassihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04058787761575567910noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-144530270551564552.post-65942280184482915032012-11-06T12:13:40.601-06:002012-11-06T12:13:40.601-06:00Right on!
I grew up in a very, very small town w...Right on! <br /><br />I grew up in a very, very small town where you typically follow along with what your parents do/ say/ vote. But when I left home, I bought a one-way ticket to NYC. Yes I visit, but I avoid politics like the plague as I don't find it to be an enlightening conversation. It tends to be a repetition of what is heard on a station called Fox "news" ... A misnomer to be sure. While the name suggests it is news, it is actually classified as an entertainment channel. <br /><br />I believe in making sure I understand the issues. That I follow them, read about them and ask questions. And not just today, or last week, but on an on-going basis. I'm not hugely political, but understanding what is going on in the world and how you can be involved, or vote is an amazing right in this country. <br /><br />I agree - get out and vote! AntiquityTravelershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09448273777508831649noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-144530270551564552.post-68095228660931933822012-11-06T12:13:16.765-06:002012-11-06T12:13:16.765-06:00Love this post! So much of it resonates with me. ...Love this post! So much of it resonates with me. We (our family) have always discussed these things so our kids know exactly where we stand, it is their decision on how they want to vote. My daughter is 18 and just voted in her first election - she researched everything and voted with an informed mind. We took our son (14) this morning to vote with us. So important! We have had discussions all week going over the issues. Felt so good!Courtney Breulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03754678418586869915noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-144530270551564552.post-49988466439215481342012-11-06T12:08:58.874-06:002012-11-06T12:08:58.874-06:00Oh ditto to both you and Beth. I got to vote earl...Oh ditto to both you and Beth. I got to vote early. And my family more or less canceled one another out. Sigh. But we do so respectfully and lovingly. :)Lori Phttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01808703279193470654noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-144530270551564552.post-41703995833138345252012-11-06T11:09:30.029-06:002012-11-06T11:09:30.029-06:00Erin,
I really liked your post - and I am with you...Erin,<br />I really liked your post - and I am with you a 100% (same with mom). Mom and I don't considered ourselves one party or another. We both look what the candidate stands for and that is what we are voting for. I usually don't talk politics with anyone because it doesn't go well - especially with my family too. Thank you for your post!!!<br />BethEB Bead and Metal Works, LLChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12996936882818779838noreply@blogger.com