Meeting Barack Obama

Hello friends and family,

First of all, thank you for your support and generosity in helping us get to Denver.

I know it will be exciting!

However, I have to tell you that Sunday was probably even more amazing then Denver will be We held a town meeting for Barack Obama to which only 250 people were invited (mostly union folks). Patrick and I volunteered for the event so we were able to attend as well. After the event, Barack spent a lot of time meeting people individually and shaking hands (I think he met everyone) and Patrick got to exchange a few words with him, and I did as well, during which he signed the picture I have of Krystina with another 10-year old named Mariah. (Mariah's grandmother, Xiomara Rodriguez, is another one of the Nevada delegates, so we'll be in Denver together).

Then, in an incredible turn of events, he offered to spend some time with the northern NV delegates after the event was over, and I was able to talk with him and have him sign my copy of his book, "Audacity of Hope." He was so kind, genuine, and even more handsome in person! We talked about how hard we are going to work on the ground to win Nevada for him, since Nevada is one of the battle-ground states and Reno/Washoe County is where the most of the work needs to be done. In addition, we talked briefly about our children and about education, and I shared with him Krystina's suggestion that teachers and pro basketball players swap salaries. He thought that was a good idea!! I also mentioned that Krystina and Mariah want to write to Malia Obama, his 10-year old, and ask what it's like to have a dad running for president. Krystina would have loved to have been there, but she is in western NY with her dad for her half-sister's wedding.

I can't say I've been toungue-tied too many times in my life, but this was one of those moments that I felt like I didn't know what to say. All I know is he has to win in November!!

Thanks for letting me share this remarkable moment with you. And thank you again for your love and support!! YES WE WILL!!

Love and hugs,

Veronica