Today, I understand what it feels like to be truly proud of my country and my fellow country (wo)men.  I was up late last night, not sure if I should be dancing or crying.  My friends in DC walked to the White House, my friends in Seattle sang the national anthem in the streets with strangers, Jon and I just couldn’t wipe the smile off our faces.  Here are some photos from the New York Times‘ Polling Place Photography Project– they’re all beautiful, and a reminder about what the idea of American Democracy means.

“The Polling Booths” in Cornish, ME.

“5 P.M. East Hampton, NY”

“Untitled” Baltimore, MD

“I Voted” in Dunkirk, MD.