I've donated what little money I could spare and proudly sported my bumper sticker. I've harassed friends and family, called complete strangers in Florida, and signed up to go door to door for Obama on Tuesday. I've watched every single debate, from the primaries on up, and spent a ridiculous amount of time researching policy, polling, and possibilities. And now, now it is time for me to plan a party.

 

I am so excited. And nervous. And I've found that purchasing liquor helps ease my anxieties. And no matter what the outcome of the election, I know that mine will be the best election night party in the history of such events.

 

For example, my party will feature democratic napkins, various festive and patriotic food items, Obama cocktails, a blue jello shot for each state, 100 toothpicks with miniature American flags affixed to the tops, and HATS. Nobody else I know has hats. To conclude the evening, I've purchased cigars and champagne for everyone, which we will hopefully have occassion to enjoy. If things don't go my way, I plan to drown my sorrows in the vodka left over from the jello shots.