Well I'm leaving for Europe today?

[babythunder]

Things are in such turmoil right now in the US and don't know what kind of shape this country will be in come Oct (when I return) but nonetheless I'm looking forward getting away from all this at least for awhile.

[Redstone]

1. Have fun, OK? And listen to the people over there, because foreigners tend to have

a lot better picture of what's happening in the US than Americans do.

Redstone

[babythunder]

2. Yea I'm really interested to see everyone' s response

but if McCain gets elected I'm not sure I'll be able to publicly say I'm American anymore.

[Redstone]

4. For the last eight years, when we've gone to Canada to visit Mrs R's cousin,

I've learned to say "Hey, I didn't vote for him" right away, every time someone found out that I'm an American.

Redstone

[Maccagirl]

3. I hope it's a trip of a lifetime for you

and I completely understand your reluctance on returning. I am very concerned about this election, but get mocked for it (even on DU) so I'll just internalize. Enjoy yourself!!!