Breaking the gratitude code

Last night I watched the 2008 Democratic and Republican Presidential candidates debate.

There is much I could say about my experience of the debate. I choose to keep most of that quiet right now. What I want to share is the overwhelming sense of gratitude I felt for the way John McCain showed me his true colors. To me he seemed arrogant, condescending, and petty. He appeared to be manipulating peoples emotions and fained sincerity. He appeared, as his running mate does, very un presidential. John McCain may be a great senator. Sarah Palin may be a terrific Governor. I am grateful because I saw and heard for myself that neither one of them connect with my values or my criteria for whom I want representing me as an American citizen at this moment in history. We have undeniable challenges facing us. We also have an uncomprehensible opportunity to create beauty and facilitate peace for ourselves and each other.
I am grateful to Senator Mc Cain because last night I became certain and centered in my decision to vote for Barack Obama. Senator Obama was able to communicate to me where he stands as my president. Senator Obama was elegant, informed, gracious and centered in his beliefs. He was in a word, presidential. I trust Barack Obama. As president he will be the best person to lead us through this challenging time. Thank you, Senator McCain.