The election is over...

And not a moment too soon for me. Tense, bitter, elections bring out the worst in many people, and dang I was so sick of receiving emails packed full of lies and smears.

Our country is very divided, and as a mother, it's important to me that my children live in a country where we stand together both in good times and bad.

People will always have differences, but strong leaders utilize these differences - not exploit them.

Barack Obama has pledged to bring every perspective to the table to solve issues. He did it on the Harvard Law Review, and I believe he will do it again.

We have a long road ahead, and Obama has a heavy weight on his shoulders. But I am so hopeful for our future.