As it stands

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This election has been wild, and continues to be wild. If all things stay the same, then we hit the nightmare scenario, 269 to 269. I would rather that not happen, even if it meant Biden winning. As I have said before, I have no idea who is going to win this election, and I don’t know what happens next. Either way it goes though, I will adjust to the new reality, and figure out how to better myself and arguments in preparation for the midterms and next presidential election.

I’ve been anxious for this election. The rhetoric this cycle has been brutal on both sides. I’ve stepped back from social media to some extent and have been focusing more on getting back in touch with my spiritual side. I’ve had to let go of friends and relationships because my own health and sanity are more important than the need to dominate or claim victory. I’m honestly scared for this country, regardless of who wins. I don’t know what’s in store, and I don’t know how much longer we survive as a united country if we can’t find some common ground.

But I’ll make it through. Day by day, hour by hour, one step at a time. God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference. I do think that this mantra, this prayer, will carry me for the next while.

As it stands, I accept the outcome. As it stands, I will work to be civil and find common ground. As it stands, I will wake up, go to work, keep working on myself, improve my finances, and work to make my life better. As it stands, I will lean on God to carry me when I can’t, and show love and mercy to those who come into my life. As it stands, I will admit to being human, imperfect, and flawed. As it stands, I will continue to stand by my principles and refine my arguments and positions, working to show people a good example of my worldview.

I hope that you all feel the same.