Attending the Republican Precinct Caucus

Attending the Republican Precinct Caucus this evening was rather
interesting. I arrived late and quietly took a seat in the back. The next thing
I knew I was being nominated as a delegate for the State Caucus, May 8. Wow! All
the nominees were asked to give a brief speech introducing themselves. I
proceeded to tell a bit about myself and thank those who gave my name. Alas, I
didn't win, but it was very honoring to think that of the 50 people present, I
was considered worthy to represent the Republicans from my precinct in our state
elections. Our girls go with me everytime the polls are open. I recall toting E
into the booth when she was only two. She came away very proud of the "I Voted"
sticker the "mature" election judges placed on her little coat. Several years
later, I had three little girls that I took to the country church that smelled
of musty basement. They watched in awe as I slipped behind the curtain with my
No. 2 pencil. Their noses were just over the table top and eyes gleaming as I
slide the paper into the box. I loved the questions the process prompted from
their wee, but astute minds. This year, I submitted my name for election judge
and this year, as in all election years previous, I will be bringing my
daughters.