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Benedict Arnold

Did anybody cry when President Trump won?

I did.

I never understood past elections when the losing side would file out of the convention center in tears. Tears!

Watching the States fall one by one, like dominoes, . . .Florida, Boom! . . .Pennsylvania,  Boom!. . .Ohio, Boom!. . .Minnesota, Boom!         Boom!         BOOM! 

Two inches from the TV my stomach contorted and I felt like throwing up, my chest filled and my nose itched. And sniffled. Then, without my approval, tears jumped out from my eyes like tiny little frogs.

What a thing folks. 

What a thing.


Note: This is not about expressing your views on how much you despise President Trump or Hillary. There are plenty many a thread for that.

Posted - November 12, 2016
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  • It's not about that Sharonna. 
    It's not about Hitler. 
    It's.about you, your feelings.
    Did you cry?
      November 12, 2016 7:36 PM MST
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  • 46117
    I did not cry when my mom died last year.  My mom was the most precious being on the planet to me.  I think about her all the time all day she is with me and all night.  So, I cannot cry when something so deeply profound strikes.  I don't even know how to feel.  I am numb.  So, I did not cry when Trump got elected, but it is because I am in the same shock.  
      November 12, 2016 7:39 PM MST
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  • I see, 
    What a thing eh Sharonna? What a shocker. I still think that something is going to happen, but I know that it's just part of the.grieving process, bargaining with God maybe. Perhaps the electoral college guys will see the light. Who knows?
    But I understand it's all part of the shock. I'd say numb is the right word.
    Thank you for a beautiful answer. I'm so sorry about your mom passing so little ago. Maybe you should let your self cry about that.
    Thank you Sharonna. 
    This post was edited by Benedict Arnold at November 12, 2016 8:21 PM MST
      November 12, 2016 7:53 PM MST
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  • I was surprised, but didn't cry.

    At this point, four years fly by like a blink of an eye. Plus, isn't there a midterm election. Usually there is a backlash at that point. Isn't that how the "Tea Party" got into congress?

    The same people behind the scenes are pulling the strings. Didn't Obama even use people from the Bush administration? I could be mistaken about that.

    Jobs will not change. The Technocrats and Trans Humanists have changed the world forever. They are the ones in real power.

    The only truly significant thing is a conservative will fill the empty seat on the Supreme Court, but that was occupied by a conservative before.

    Some "social" laws might change, or states might continue to be able to decide on social issues (bathroom usage, marriage). That probably will be more about Pence and the Republican majority than Trump.

    We might get involved in some wars, but that would happen regardless of who was President.

    I don't know. I just don't think much will change.
      November 12, 2016 7:24 PM MST
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  • I was surprised too, MB, but I did shed tears. I could not help it. I don't know about the rest of what you said. You're probably right. Thanks for responding. I appreciate you taking the time to.respond with all.that..
      November 12, 2016 7:39 PM MST
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  • 46117
    That was decent and well thought out.    But?  You are hiding.  Hiding behind what should happen in the real world.  We are no longer in the real world and I know this because Trump is President.

    There will be some wars.  But they are not going to be ones you can watch on the TV and change the channel.   Four years can turn into 8 years and that does not go by in a blink.

    God I hope you are right.  I don't think so.

    This post was edited by WM BARR . =ABSOLUTE TRASH at November 12, 2016 7:45 PM MST
      November 12, 2016 7:42 PM MST
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  • Sharonna, I'm trying to keep that kind of thing to a minimum on this thread. I'm sure you can help me with that yes?

      November 12, 2016 7:56 PM MST
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  • 46117
    No.  You don't tell me what to say.  Sorry.  That is a deal breaker. 

    I don't tell you how to answer and you don't tell me.  I am an intelligent woman and I decide what I wish to post.  Lago, I am not trying to cause an argument or throw what an animal this man is in anyone's face anymore.  But it is very important that we don't brush this off.  That is why I made this video appear.  You see, Lago, that just happened a few months ago.  Not 20 years ago.  This is not going to go away and I am sorry I am the messenger.  Don't shoot me.  

    I say what I see.  This man is a disaster and no good is coming out of this.  Not tomorrow nor the next day.  You want me to pretend that this is not true so you will like me? 

    This post was edited by WM BARR . =ABSOLUTE TRASH at November 12, 2016 8:36 PM MST
      November 12, 2016 8:32 PM MST
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  • I was only asking you to help me maintain the thread focused on something more personal, more intimate.and human than on how much of a disaster President Trump.is.
    You take it as me trying to tell you what to say and propose that my liking you is somehow conditioned to your complying with my request. 
    All I can say is that I'm sorry that you see it that way.
    But perhaps, no, surely, the error falls on me. 

      November 12, 2016 8:43 PM MST
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  • 46117
    Here is how I took it.  I took it to mean we should be happy and move ahead.  I took it a different way.

    But now I see your meaning and I apologize for not seeing it initially.  Let's focus!!!!! LOL
      November 12, 2016 8:44 PM MST
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  • Sure Sharonna, sure.
    No no no, by no means it's a happy let's get on with it kind of question. 
    It was a very intense, disappointing and surprisingly emotional moment for me. 
    Last time I cried my hand was on my father's tombstone. 
    I felt myself alone for the.first time in my life and decided I'd never cry again. No matter what.
    And I didn't, until Tuesday. It was deep and surreal. 
    I wanted to see.how many others had.
    Thank you for coming around, 
    I knew you would.
    )
      November 12, 2016 8:52 PM MST
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  • 46117
    One thing I hope you will know about me, is that no matter how strongly I feel about something, it is not worth arguing with someone I like as much as you.  I trust you enough to know that you are not out to get me or anyone and you give very intelligent, astute commentary.   That is why I did not understand what you meant.  I thought you were wanting to know if people were crying tears of joy. 

    If I could cry, I still would not because I don't operate that way.  When I am deeply hit, nothing comes out.   I liked your answer very much, by the way. 
      November 12, 2016 9:07 PM MST
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  • Thank you Sharonna. 
    I don't get satisfaction from proving myself right. I know what my convictions are and I'm comfortable with them. I prefer to learn from others. Unfortunately, it's difficult to do that while knee deep in sarcasm and passive aggressiveness. 
    Once the conversation hits that point, it's fruitless and I rather leave it.
    I like you too Sharonna, and you can rest assured that you saying that you like me is a compliment that I don't take lightly. Thanks again.
      November 12, 2016 9:38 PM MST
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  • 2465
    The rally gets postponed and his supporters cry out in support and happier than pigs in mud.  Go figure. 

    This is not going to end well.  
      November 12, 2016 9:02 PM MST
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  • 46117
    Problem, I hope we are both wrong.    I really do. Who wants to be right about a thing like impending disaster.  But that is kind of the Republican mindset.  They would rather HAVE a disaster than ever admit they were wrong.

    I would rather admit I am WRONG any day and save the rest of society.  Not them.  They ruined Obama's whole 8 years.  Why would anything improve now? 
      November 12, 2016 9:09 PM MST
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  • 17592
    No. Obama's cabinet was handed to him on a piece of paper by Citibank.  
      November 12, 2016 9:34 PM MST
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  • 3375
    I didn't cry outright, but I felt a real loss that I can't fully explain.  I kept thinking that there had to be a mistake in the count somewhere.  I certainly was (and still am) in shock like most people.  Anxiety and dread are also a big part of what I am feeling.

    I give Hillary a lot of credit for being so gracious in her concession speech.  Watching that was emotional for me.  




      November 12, 2016 9:11 PM MST
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  • I did not watch her concession speech. I confess. I still can't do it.
    And I can fully identify with the glimmer, as insignificant as it may be, that there has to be a mistake somewhere. 
    But that's just me going thru the stages towards acceptance. The dread and anxiety are also familiar feelings as they retaliate with this whole thing.
    Thank you for the great and honest answer.
      November 12, 2016 9:48 PM MST
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