Feel the Love

My boys enjoyed their first political parade on Saturday.

We marched to thank veterans and spread some Jim Davis cheer. Nice to see so many people smiling, waving, and soaking up the love. My boys did their liberal mother proud – handing out beads, flags, and pushing posters on people too charmed to say no.

When my sons met our future governor, both did the whole “Give me five – up high – down low – you’re too slow” routine. As a mother of growing boys, I’m just glad they didn’t burp or grab themselves.

The great turnout and positive response was heartening. I’ve marched in many a parade, canvassed many a neighborhood. Let’s just say I’m used to a different sort of reaction from the crowd. I shouldn’t be surprised, though. Jim has always transcended politics and affected people in a positive manner.

Besides, this was nothing at all like “Diversity – Damn It!” marches of my youth where I’d shout into a Nazi “church” and end up running for my life. Ahh, I remember it well. Losing the haters somewhere downtown and dipping into The Hub for a cold beer. Hours later Future Husband would provide a safe and sober ride home.

My children should probably be in middle school at least before learning that particular civics lesson.

***UPCOMING EVENT***
Lamers like me who can't score a cheap (read: free) U2 ticket and live where the sheep are nervous can join in the Pasco County Volunteer meeting tomorrow night at the Land O'Lakes Recreation Center from 7-8pm.