Behind the Scene

I do not discuss politics with many people. I do not desire to defend my opinion. Sometimes, words get twisted, heat rises. Soon, you and your neighbor look the other way when you are both outside. Not worth it to me.

However, when I want to really support a candidate, I am very generous with donating my time to their campaign. It is an opportune time to meet people in the community. It began a few years ago when I assisted a gentleman running for City Council. Since the telephone is physically glued to my ear, I performed the job of "the caller". A few years later, he was running for State Representative and I performed the same task for him. This gentlemen surprised me one day when he suggested that I join the political bandwagon. He wanted to endorse me to run for City Council and another political office. I politely declined. I am a "behind the scene" person. I do not care to be in the "political spotlight."

Currently, a good friend of mine is running to get re-elected as the County Commissioner. I have really enjoyed the ride of assisting with her campaign. I had a blast walking in the City Parade, proudly holding one side of her large banner. I went door to door with her in my neighborhood. We covered about a mile and people were so responsive and friendly. I hope she wins. I say that because she cares about people. She was the director of the Youth Assistance Program where I have been a volunteer for 13 years. Helps kids, helps people..

...Oh, did I mention the dirt that is sprinkled in politics? I would not even make a mud pie with it.