Vote

My first voting experience was in the 2003 caucus. I had just turned 18, and I participated so I could get extra credit for Government class. The only thing I really remember about it is that all the veterans were in favor of John Kerry. I didn't know anything about the candidates or the issues. I don't even remember who I voted for.

I'm not a political person, but I feel like it's a responsibility to vote. I usually tell people that if you don't vote you shouldn't be complaining about any political decisions. If you were happy to let other people make the decision for you at the polls, then you gave up your choice in political decisions.

This year my husband and I filled out our absentee ballots with our sons. To help them understand the process we first read some library books about voting. The library loves to highlight books related to the time of year, so they weren't too difficult to find.

Next we did some voting on what to have for dessert. As a family we voted on cake or cookies. The cookies won. My 3-year old son was upset that the cake didn't win. My husband and I had a laugh about that because his fit will probably be similar to adults' after this election.

Lastly, we went through the absentee ballot with them. We explained what the names and circles meant. After it was filled out we sealed and mailed it.

It's a day away. Remember to vote.

Now the real issue is cake or cookies? Vote in the comments below.