I Voted!

WritingLife

Nov 8

"We need men who can dream of things that never were." -- JFK

Today, I cast my very first vote! This election cycle has been one for the history books, for many reasons, the most important for me being the opportunity to exercise my right as a naturalized U.S. citizen (finally!) and with it, carve out a slice out of my parents' American Dream.

I can't say that I am passionate about either candidate, but I can say that I am passionate about preserving our future, our freedoms and the rights we too often take for granted.

This March, I chose to become an American citizen. Today, I chose whom I think should be the next president of the U.S. So proud to help make it count! Make sure you do too. Not everyone can.

Valeria L. Palmertree

A self-proclaimed dreamer, grammar geek and storyteller with a serious case of wanderlust, I can most often be found somewhere near the water. In addition to beach-combing, my interests include: writing, reading, cooking, dining, listening to live music and taking in the outdoors -- preferably at the same time and in the company of my husband and golden retriever (whom you're likely to meet on these pages along the way).

Originally from Buenos Aires and raised in Miami Beach, I'm fluent in Spanish, Malbecand fútbol. Between the hours of 9 and 5, I'm a communications consultant for travel, tourism and hospitality brands. Additionally, my gig as a freelance writer has given me the opportunity to meet some pretty awesome people along the way. Currently, I'm the copy editor (and a travel contributor) for Electrify magazine. Always the optimist, I believe that connecting with and learning from one another is the surest way to break down barriers and spread some joy. Consider this my virtual olive branch of sorts. <3 xo

http://www.thepalmtreetype.com

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