Our Grand National Pitstop...

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Friday November 14, 2008 · 6:48 AM PST

2008/11/14 · 06:48

For the last two years , we have found ourselves careening across the political landscape of America on a wild ride not dissimilar to the one Mr. Toad took in the Wind in the Willows. It has been an admixture of twists, turns, screeching halts and perilous descents. It has been simultaneously both exhilarating and terrifying . But as of last week, it has finally come to an end. And now we are trying to catch our breath as we anticipate our next journey.

One can but hope that this new adventure will be less dangerous and less controversial. With President-elect Obama's sure and steady hands on the wheel we should expect nothing less. That is not to say that there will not be unknown perils lying around every bend in the road, but at least now we have someone in control who is capable of calm judgment and swift reaction.

People across the country are all feeling like they've just gotten off of the latest super-duper roller coaster ride. We are giddy, shaken, staggering, and, at the same time, glad its over but can't wait to go again. We are mentally exhausted and physically drained by the non-stop adrenaline rush we have been having. So get out. Stretch your legs and your imaginations as well. Celebrate Thanksgiving Day with a renewed sense of hope. This year we have so much to be truly grateful for.

Now is the time to recharge the nation's batteries and prepare for a change of drivers and a change of direction. It is a time to reflect, rejoice, and look forward with hopefulness to a the new era that will begin at Noon on the 20th of January, 2009.

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