MVP got to see and hear Barack Obama speak at his school, CSU Fort Collins, on Sunday. It was MVP and 44,999 of his closest friends. His take? It was amazing, incredible, historic, and vaguely scary in a Hitler Rally sort of way--Obama is such an amazing orator. I may have made it a point to raise my children to never the drink the kool-aid (even when it's being proffered by the man I hope with all my heart and soul will be our next President).
MVP left me a voicemail from the event (Mr. Fix-it and I were at the movies watching W. Irony what?) which I shared with Danger Boy and Social Butterfly.
SB: Hmmm, didn't Bossy's son get to shake Obama's hand?
How exciting! There were 15,000 or so when he came to Seattle back during the primary, and I was a bit starry eyed.
Posted by: Nora Bee | October 30, 2008 at 01:58 AM
That's what I like so much about you, Jenn - you're not a Kool-Aid drinker!
Well, that, and much much more. :)
Posted by: kcinnova | October 30, 2008 at 02:17 AM
I it so wonderful that our children are involved in what is going on in our country.
When I was a kid, I did not have a clue and no one spoke of government around the house.
Times have changed.
Posted by: Suz | October 30, 2008 at 08:33 AM
Cool. That must have been a wonderful experience. One of my son's friends recently went to see Obama speak too....unfortunately, he can't tell his parents he went, since they are such staunch Republicans and he fears their lectures.
Posted by: Mary Alice | October 30, 2008 at 08:43 AM
I wonder if MVP saw my friend there. :-D She also said it was great...but not as great as the speech he made in Denver at the convention, which she also saw! I do so wish I could have been "home" for that!!
So...how was W? I just saw some previews and am thinking that it looks good...in a "Good Lord, is that what he was really like?" kind of way...thumbs up? down?
Posted by: debbie | October 30, 2008 at 10:48 AM
sb is a good blog daughter. she knows bossy.
Posted by: kate | October 30, 2008 at 11:16 AM
Your son is lucky!
Posted by: gary | October 30, 2008 at 11:54 AM
How did you like W.?
Posted by: Janet | October 30, 2008 at 12:10 PM
I'd love to go to one (for the "contact high"), but I just don't do large crowds very well anymore.
Posted by: MamaMo | October 30, 2008 at 12:13 PM
So cool that he got to see/hear Obama - WOW! I was so impressed by the speach he did the other day in the rain.
Have a good day, Jenn - see you - Kellan
Posted by: Kellan | October 30, 2008 at 12:42 PM
Very cool for him to have that experience!
Posted by: Green Girl | October 30, 2008 at 01:14 PM
I once met Ken livingstone (Ex London Mayor)...mmmm, perhaps not quite the same thing?!
Hope all is well,
H
x
Posted by: Hen | October 30, 2008 at 04:40 PM
When Kristen and Courtney were about Laura's age, Clinton came to UCLA ('92, I think). I turned over a trash can so they could stand on it to see him above the crowd. They still remember it.
Seeing in person someone who is an excellent orator is practically magical.
Posted by: Cheri @ Blog This Mom! | October 30, 2008 at 05:12 PM
Before I even read the post, I saw the photo and got goosebumps.
Posted by: Lisa | October 30, 2008 at 06:48 PM
how lucky! something to remember forever....
Posted by: Madge | October 30, 2008 at 09:59 PM
Wow what an experience
Posted by: Angela | October 30, 2008 at 11:51 PM
Hilarious he thought to mention Bossy!! I saw Barak in a small auditorium. And Hillary, same auditorium, different day. But no handshakes. Just excitement and pride in our great democracy!
Posted by: phd in yogurtry | October 31, 2008 at 01:01 AM
Way cool. I don't remember ever feeling this way about an election...maybe I did drink the kool-aid, but it was damn fine stuff.
Posted by: wenderina | October 31, 2008 at 01:43 AM
I think that is rather insightful on your son's part.
Posted by: Deb D | October 31, 2008 at 07:41 PM
It would be amazing to hear Obama in person. I love hearing him on the radio.
I want to see "W!"
Posted by: JCK | November 01, 2008 at 12:23 AM
Awesome!
Posted by: Just Jamie | November 02, 2008 at 06:53 PM