This morning I put on a skirt and heels, applied lipstick, and went to my local elementary school to vote.

I quickly decided whether or not I thought Massachusetts should (basically) legalize pot, ban dog racing, and drastically reduce the state income tax.

I filled in bubbles next to candidates for all of the offices, even if the person was running unopposed.

And as I left the tiny gym I smiled even though I had tears in my eyes.

Voting gets me every time. I think about all the Americans who didn't have the "right" to vote until relatively recently. I get nostalgic and remember my mom bringing me into the voting booth. I am so proud to be an American, and this is the best way to display that pride - by voting.

I believe everyone's vote counts!

I hope you voted today, too!