Frankly, this election season I was more ambivalent than ever. Neither of the gentlemen running for the top seat of our nation inspired me in the least. Neither promising to lead down a road that I wish to follow. Then consider that I live in an area which is bombarded with political ads from three states. Can you understand that when the election is over, I just want it to be over? I'm tired of hearing about it. I'm done with it.
To the best of my recollection this is the first even remotely political post that I've ever posted on any of the blogs I write. Although I am so ready to be done with all things to do with the 2008 election, even though I've never expressed support for Obama or McCain on my blogs, Obama supports feel the comment sections of my blogs are a place to celebrate the Obama victory. And one to insult the people of West Virginia for not voting for Obama.
Most of you know that I'm not one to get riled up easily, but these commenters really tick me off. I am fully willing to attribute part of this irritation to hormones, to the TV experience my family had last night, to the field trip I drove an hour for today that was not what I was expecting, or to the inconsiderate person on a chat group who unjustly accused a friend of being biased and then got mad when another friend defended her. Yes, basically right now I'm irritated with people in general. I'm tired of inconsiderate, self serving people, and commenters who use my blog to celebrate an event that I've not discussed at all, fall into that category.
The election is over. Obama and the Democrats won. I am not celebrating. I would not be celebrating had it gone the other way either. So, to those who are celebrating, keep it to yourself, and let's move on.
Pleeeese tell me how you really feel. God, I love you.
ReplyDeleteAh, this is why I don't talk politics with people unless I know for certain they are likeminded. I'm tempted to leave a political ad on here, but I shall refrain.
ReplyDelete"SAVE THE TREES!!!" Crap, I couldn't help myself. lol.
Stephanie, this post was the highlight of my day. I totally agree with you.
ReplyDeleteAngela H
Thanks. I feel bad that the "exchange" got you aggitated but it made me smile a little to read that you've got my back.
ReplyDeleteHere's to a fresh new week and being glad this one is over!
Angela,
ReplyDeleteThen I'm in good company!
Crystal,
Yes, time to take a big breath and start over. Next week's a busy one!
Wow, I can't believe someone would be so rude...well, okay I guess I could. A while back I had written some stuff about Obama and I got a similar comment but it was about "Americans" - written by someone from a different country. I do like politics but this race was so nasty and there were so many lies and crazy stuff. Sorry people are using your blog or blogs to spread their negativity.
ReplyDeleteAnd the negativity continues... check out the comments from the previous post! Unbelievable!
ReplyDeleteThat's crazy! Why would you do that to someone? To take your time to write a great post and then to have someone spoil the whole mood of it! I would have deleated it but I admire you for leaving it there for people to see.
ReplyDeleteEvery day someone provides me with yet another reason not to subscribe to any kind of TV service. Oy.
ReplyDeleteI didn't miss the political ads at all. What I get annoyed with is the print ads which go out of their way (in the case of our senatorial election) to highlight the other person's flaws without discussing anything positive about the people whom they want to see elected or reelected. I agree, it's too big and too unwieldy, and basically you do have to have a good deal of money to get elected to an office. Which lets out a whole lot of people who would do a really good job.
What a great post! I agree with your take on the TV networks and the election. We butchered turkeys today, and luckily all of us were in agreement about the election. No fear of offending anyone, and no fear of getting chewed out for being a moron.
ReplyDeleteAs for the TV, even the news is off limits, between the Viagra ads, and the liberal agenda in our nearest town (Portland, OR) having the news on to catch the weather is not even appropriate with a teenager in the room.
Great blog - thanks.
Great post, I agree the political ads were way over the top and we don't even live in a "battleground" state, gosh I can't imagine living in ohio or florida during this past election. By the way, great blog..I have enjoyed reading it this evening and thank you for visiting mine.
ReplyDelete:insert applaus here: I agree with all you said. I'm so tired of politics.
ReplyDeleteI sooo did not like this election, either. Neither candidate was anything good.
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