Alyssa

DH and I are planning on going to D.C. for the Inauguration - I haven't worked out any of the details yet but I am so excited to witness such a momentous occasion!

Quote: Originally Posted by starchild I took a picture of my ballot too. I wondered if it was illegal, but I thought if so it would be worth a citation...it was that big to me. I hope the Feds aren't reading this thread or JustUsTwo and I are in hot water...lol well count me in b/c i took a pic of mine too with my camera phone!

beautiful tara!!!!! can't wait to see more

this is a wonderful day for our country - we have come together and changed history. i feel so proud that my future children will grow up in a nation that has more acceptance and tolerance than it did yesterday.

Quote: Originally Posted by LC_Rachel Well poop Lisa. I say you walk in there and demand your star shapped donut! No one denies a preggo a donut. No one!! ROFL!!!!! OMG Rachel you are sooo funny! and Lisa - i agree - you go back and get your damn donut!

my family is comprised of mostly moderates but leaning liberals. DH and i vote on policy and candidate and never on just party. i always want to be sure i am making the most informed decision!

she is such a beatch!! do you think this is true? it does seem a bit fishy - like a total media ploy

Quote: Originally Posted by LC_Rachel Can I just say ditto to you Alyssa? I'm not fond of McCain's healthcare plan nor the "trickle down" economics. I've been dying to discuss politics with others that are not "like minded" because I like to hear what those that support McCain have to say. Unfortunately, it's such a taboo subject (which I wish it weren't this way) and most of the time people get ugly. I think we can discuss it maturely this time! I am with you on that Rachel - I do want to hear why people support their candidate. My cousins are hard core for McCain and only for 1 reason -their income - they admit they are completely self-centered and do not want to pay $1 in taxes more than they have too even though they make millions and could spare a bit LOL. I don't agree but at least they have a reason that is valid to them KWIM?

Nacho!!!! OMG Tammy he is so cute!! what a great name

Everyone is so excited about the election - I am so interested in seeing the BDW majority vote so please take the poll! As for this thread - the intention is for healthy, friendly discussion ONLY - if you cannot be respectful of other's opinions, even if they are different than yours then please DO NOT post on this thread. I am voting for Obama, I prefer his policies on the Economy, Taxes, Health Care, the war in Iraq and Education. I also feel that Joe Biden is a more qualified back-up candidate in case anything happened to Obama. The most important issue to me right now is Health Care - I am hopeful that we will one day have universal health care in the U.S. and better preventative medicine!

Quote: Originally Posted by Morgan also, i hope people realize that it's OK to vote no on prop 8 even if they personally do not agree with homosexuality. they are not voting on whether or not to allow homosexuality to continue. it is just a vote for equal rights. i really think this will be the shameful issue we look back on for our generation. it's our generations civil rights act. I couldn't have said it any better myself Morgan! BRAVO

Quote: Originally Posted by Alyssa what ward are you in? we got there at 7:30 and had to wait over 2 hours - they were super organized, there was just SO many people! Quote: Originally Posted by ErinB How many voting locations do you have? We have 261 precints just in my county, each one is different. Don't quote me on this, but I want to say that they established a voting location within walking distance, so that is why there are so many places. Erin - there are over 1200 voting locations in Philadelphia county alone! they do it by ward. Quote: Originally Posted by Blkatz That is very cool. We live on 24th and South (Naval Square) 2 Hours is nuts too! nice! we are in Old City so we vote at 4th & Race

oh and Mayor Nutter came and greeted everyone one in line individually and thanked us for voting! that was cool

Quote: Originally Posted by Blkatz I voted this morning-in Philadelphia they open at 7-I got there at 6:55 and waited for an HOUR! I do think it is worth the wait but the problem is they were so unorganized. I guess that they did not expect this kind of turn out. It was nuts what ward are you in? we got there at 7:30 and had to wait over 2 hours - they were super organized, there was just SO many people!

aaaawwwww Martha - he is perfect!!!! i love the pics - thanks for sharing and congrats again

great info Janet - thanks!!! miss you around here

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Quote: Originally Posted by KarmaB OMG, I am completely consumed by it. I'm already planning on putting our 4th of July (Flags, ect.) decorations outside our house on Tuesday to show our pride and enthusiasm! The worst part is I am getting induced on Wednesday and I can't seem to decide what I'm most excited about! LOL... Ok, I guess I know, but still. This is going to be the best week ever! OMG Karma - that is too funny about the induction LOL!! Quote: Originally Posted by bsullivan2 I read soooo many websites and blogs sites. I watch too much tv. I always flip between the cable news networks! It seems like all I do is watch tv and listen to our local talk radio shows! here are a couple obscure ones that are comedic... Huff OR Die - A place where three juggernauts come to play. 23/6 - Some of the News, Most of the Time Quote: Originally Posted by roo66 Girls our tv and news stations have talked about nothing else and this weekend has been relentless.I heared sarah palin was duped by a canadian radio host woops a big faux pas!!!! looking forward to a new president as we are close friends of yours.Just hope we dont have to go fight anymore wars for a long while,and that whoever gets in brings our troops home as soon as possible and that our economy gets straightened out real quick.Sounds like you all have the right idea any excuse for a party. She did get punked by these 2 Canadian guys - here is the link Truthdig - A/V Booth - Palin Punked by Faux Sarkozy Prank Call i am not a fan of hers but after hearing this -OMG she really didn't get any of the tens of red flags they through out there - insane!

Quote: Originally Posted by ~Andrea~ I'm very excited for Tuesday! I plan to get a pizza, put on my candidates t-shirt, sit on the couch and watch the results come in! my DH and I are having an Election party - it is a potluck and byob - we even got a bandana for our dog supporting our candidate LOL

tara - your wedding is going to be off the hook!!! i love the details and how everything fits together so seamlessly - i can't wait to see pics of it all!!!

2 more days to go until the election is over - i have been completely consumed and obsessed with this election - it is really starting to annoy me how psycho i am about it and i can't stop thinking about it LOL regardless of who you are voting for (my intention in starting this thread is not to start a political debate), if you are obsessed where are you getting your news? this is the worst part of my obsession - i just keep adding more blogs, websites, news orgs and pundit coverage to my already long list

insanity!!!!!!! that woman is not only mean but dumb as shit - kids don't vote lady!

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Quote: Originally Posted by nylalany Alyssa, I pm'd you if you have a chance... Lori, report back on Palmilla - I was looking into the place for a long wknd, before deciding on Haramara in Sayulita - but we'll probably go to Cabo at some point in the future (maybe in summer to take advantage of specials) and would love to hear your opinion! hey! i just replied to you BTW - the one and only palmilla is one of the nicest hotels i've even been to - everything about it is fabulous (well except the prices lol) - pure luxury and indulgence