Yes, one vote does count!

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I signed up to do absentee voting shortly after the 2016 Presidential election because the line at my polling place (a church) was so long. I'm thrilled I did as I would have missed the election held today in my city. I only knew because I was sent the paperwork last month. I asked my dad, and then later asked my best friend if they were going to vote, and they had no idea an election was being held. They thanked me for telling them, and I know both voted today. The election was voting for mayor and voting whether to pass two school bonds. I know I have never missed midterms or a presidential election, and I have voted for governor, but I don't remember ever voting for mayor. I encourage everyone to vote every time, and if you have a hard time getting out, sign up for absentee voting like I did. Once you vote, all you have to do is get two people to sign your envelope, basically confirming you are who you say you are. I usually get my dad and his wife to sign, but this year it was my dad and a delightful older neighbor who lives below me. It's easy. People say their votes don't really count since they are just one person. If you were the only one not voting that might be true. But millions everywhere think that way, so it DOES make a difference. And I have seen so many things pass by just a few votes. You matter, and you can make a difference. It's a privilege I am thankful to have. Are you aware of all of your elections, local or otherwise?