A Thank You Post

May 10th

-22 days until launch-


Today I voted in Indiana's primary election.

On my way in to cast my primary ballot, a political supporter thanked me for coming in to vote.  He didn't even mention his candidate... so I voted for his candidate.

Admittedly, I hadn't done my homework on most of the races; the main purpose of the visit was to vote for Ron Paul. And I had no inclination to vote for either of the men running for treasurer, or comptroller, or something like that.

Looking back, the reasoning behind my vote was quite clear (although not a great model to follow).  
The candidate must be a stand-up guy if he has someone believing in him enough to stand outside a polling station to represent him.

As the launch date for Canoe to the Future draws near, I see the people around us who are believing in Canoe to the Future and its goal to raise $10,000 for Local Livelihood, and give thanks.  The amount of encouragement that we receive from those who would give even a thought to our cause is incalculable.

Yet, friends are offering up their camping gear, and strangers are replying to Craigslist adds to loan us a canoe! Add to all of this the encouragement, the well wishes, the I-wish-I-could-goes, and the healthy concern (I love you mom).

It is only fitting that this project is benefiting Local Livelihood, an organization using coffee agriculture to strengthen communities in Thailand.

With a veritable community at our backs, I am confident that we will accomplish our goals:  Canoe the Mississippi to the end, and Raise $10,000 for Local Livelihood.