The Republican Convention

Yesterday morning Sophie and I went to the Republican County Convention to help my brother, Mike with his campaign for County Mayor.

I ran for county delegate to represent our area so I could vote for Mike at the convention, but the night of the caucus I was really sick with double pink eye and I had no voice from my cold.  Therefore, I was unable to go, and Tom had to vouch for me.  I lost by two votes and was not able to be a delegate.  I probably would've won if I was there.  Since I wasn't a delegate, I went as a volunteer (which was much better for me considering I have a nursing baby).

I enjoyed passing out water bottles and chocolate milk, stickering granola bars and of course, mingling with people.  Here are just a few of the people who also helped Mike out...

My Dad and his girlfriend, Lori

 My Mom's best friend, Kim

 My sister-in-law, Maren

 My sister, Aimee

 My cousin, Max (as Mookie the Cow) and several other aunts and cousins

 My sister-in-law, Karyn (Mike's wife) and their kids

My brother-in-law, Matt (Aimee's husband) and their kids

 And of course, Mike was there too :)

I'm so proud of my brother.  He made it to the primary's with 42% of the votes.  I'm not into politics, but I love helping him out.  Plus, with Mom gone, I know it's even more important that we team up together as siblings and help one another.  Way to go Mike!