VOTE!

I sat down this afternoon and started to draft a post for tomorrow. Of course, not knowing the outcome of the presidential election, there is only so much I can say short of writing two versions. The only common ground is that I will be able to start with the same sentence: at least it’s finally over!

But just to lighten things up a bit, here are a few things that came to mind.

The name Donald, which is of Celtic origins, means “proud chief, world ruler.” I am only surprised he has not made more of a point of this.

I am not sure if anyone has pointed this out, but in medical jargon, DT (Donald’s initials) is used as a shorthand for Delirium tremens, which are severe alcohol withdrawal symptoms such as shaking, confusion, and hallucinations. Without the alcohol, Mr. Trump has certainly engendered plenty of agitation in the American people.

The name Hillary comes from the Latin for “cheerful girl,” perhaps not quite as good a fit as Mr. Trump’s name.

In the Twitter world, @HRC is the name for the Human Rights Campaign, an organization which represents a force of more than 1.5 million members and supporters nationwide. As the largest national lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer civil rights organization, HRC envisions a world where LGBTQ people are ensured of their basic equal rights, and can be open, honest and safe at home, at work and in the community.

Whatever else you do tomorrow, VOTE!

Love,

Rebecca