This was an exciting and historic election to follow. Daughter in Australia and I followed the results online via chat, using CNN online for live updates. It was decided by 10 pm! I thought McCain bowed out with a gracious speech. The whole world stood up and noticed this election. The last time I remember being this excited about an election was in 1961 between John F Kennedy and Richard Nixon. I was 11. My parents and I lived in the California desert. Kennedy was a great orator. People would listen, and be moved, inspired. I remember feeling that energy when I heard Obama speak a few years ago. While the rest of the nation did not know him, the Chicago area did, and I think many of us already knew he should run.
Dad and I voted early, then went shopping. I was happy to find a Crofton Vacuum Food Sealer for a good deal, only $35. At least I hope it is, haven't tried it yet. I've wanted one for some time. How many times have we cleaned out the freezer only to throw away freezer-dried food!! The best deals on meat are usually bulk purchase, but just the two of us eat very little meat. The instructions say you can freeze vacuum sealed beef for 2 years, ground beef for 1 year, fish 1 year, and pork chops 2 years. If it works out that well, I'll be happy :-) I'll let you know.
Today I helped Dad fix the porch. There is a space under the front door, outside, under that metal plate you step on when you enter. I think it's called a stoop. Anyway, Dad wanted to fill the space with cement, but he can't bend over very well, so I did it. I still have a bit more to do tomorrow, if it's not raining. I couldn't finish it until what's on there sets up. We still didn't buy a new storm door, but we need to because this one is falling apart.
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