Election Day

I don't care what your political views are, election day is an important privilege we share in this blessed nation. As long as I have the right to vote, I will vote.

I tried to explain the importance of this to my toddlers as well, in light of standing in line for over an hour at the poll this afternoon. They did such a good job, but they were very disappointed when we left and they hadn't gotten to vote. The nice gentleman even gave me an extra sticker when he saw I put mine in Tyson, so Isaac wouldn't feel left out. 

We got home just in time for naps this afternoon, but not after I assured them that they would also get the chance to vote at home this evening. I didn't realize how upset they would be for not getting to cast their ballots, so I made up some of my own.

 

They were so excited to get to vote on their favorite foods, colors, modes of transportation, and desserts! I am not the best artist, but they knew exactly what they drawings were, so I am happy. We tallied the votes, and the results were unanimous on nearly every issue. Isaac voted for all the warm colors, so we had to toss out the ballot on that question. 

I'm so proud of them for wanting to take part in today's historic events, and for how seriously they took their own voting. I hope they remember this and will learn from my and my husband's example how important it is to make your voice heard when given the opportunity.

I pray for this nation and everyone that's a part of it, including our current and incumbent leaders. God appoints leaders and uses them for His purposes, so however the map looks tomorrow morning, God is still in control.

Today's encouraging verse: "I will restore your leaders as in days of old, your rulers as at the beginning. Afterward you will be called the City of Righteousness, the Faithful City." Isaiah 1:26