Holding the ballot in my free hand, I purposefully pulled a colorful linen curtain to the side and slipped into a makeshift, fiberglass voting booth that exoterically resembled a motel step-in shower stall.
As I reached for the partially chewed scepter of expression, I was summarily slapped in the face by the grandeur of this dutiful moment and the inherent limitation of my simple station.
(Photo: Edward Roads)
Written by Edward Roads
Mytwosentences 
I love the ‘partially chewed scepter of expression.’ From this point of my life on, I don’t think I’m ever going to write with anything else.
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Thank You so much. I greatly appreciate it.
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Another gem Edward.
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I appreciate that. Thank You.
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Again, Edward, so much in just two sentences. I love the pencil and the grandeur of the dutiful moment. I also love the very clear photograph.
Thanks!
Mary
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Thank You very much Mary. I honestly appreciate it.
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You always paint with words a two sentence story which is admirable.
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Always a great photo followed by an amazing story. ❤️ Love this Edward!!
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Thank You for your kind words Nelly. I appreciate it.
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Another great post today. The photo is beautiful as well. I wonder if everyone uses curtains on voting booths these days?
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I really appreciate that Dr. Mary. Thank You so very much.
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My pleasure! Happy writing!
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You are an artist who uses words Edward to paint a picture. Fabulous!
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I really appreciate your wonderfully kind words. Thank You so very much.
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beautiful 🙂 thank good you don’t write novels 😉
do you?!
Nx
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Thank You Nx. I really appreciate it.
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Can I take this with me when I vote on the 15th? Thank you Edward, you remind me of the purpose that is our duty.
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I really appreciate that. Thank You so much for your terrifically kind words.
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You are very welcome Edward.
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Reblogged this on Ancien Hippie.
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I love the juxtaposition between the act of voting and the less-than-grand method of delivery! The colors and reflection in the photo is spectacular.
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Thank You so very much for your terrifically kind words Lisa. I deeply appreciate it.
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Oh, I love this. What a perfect expression of how so many of us felt Tuesday. I just discovered your site — as a result of your visit to mine — and I’m very impressed with your ability to say so much in just two sentences — and with the whole concept of using that pattern as the format for the whole blog. What a unique site.
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You are so very kind Sandra. Thank You, Thank You & Thank You.
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