Among all of the hustle and bustle surrounding the presidential election this year, I've heard many people putting their two cents in. Phrases like "If I were president..." or "If I ran this country..." seem to be floating through every state in the United States. It's no secret that neither candidate would be my first choice for president, but I can't say that I would do any better job than they can. Many young kids dream of sitting at that big oak desk in the Oval Office, but not me. I've always known that this job is one of the most sought after, yet one of the toughest. Here are my top five reasons why I could never be President of the United States of America.
1. I have too big of a heart.
Like the Grinch on top of Mount Crumpit, my heart seems to grow three sizes each time I see a hungry child, a lonely widow or a veteran in need. If I were president, I would fly straight to the crime scene where disaster strikes, and cry right along side the victims and their families. I would give huge amounts of money to help fund libraries around the country, and to start charities that work towards inter-generational connections. I'm afraid that I would wring my hands and resign the first time that a mass shooting happened; just because I didn't stop it from happening. There is no way I could live with the guilt of all of our country's problems, because I would feel personally responsible for each and every situation that occurred.
2. I believe that God is the only way.
As an American with a strong foundation in Christ, I truly believe that Jesus is the only answer to turn this country around. We have come so far away from what our Founding Fathers intended for this country, and we have turned our backs so far away from Christ, that we will never be a nation set up as a "city on a hill." God's word says that all we have to do is ask and it shall be given, seek God and we will find. Jesus Christ is our only hope, the only true savior America will ever see.
3. I'm easily bored.
I love to read my fair share of current events, political discussions and historical narratives, but when it comes to boring files and bills on foreign policies, I'm just not sure that I could stay interested for very long. I might even go out on the White House Lawn to pet a bunny instead of listening to my Chief of Staff. I tend to have the mentality of a child rather than a college student. I probably wouldn't be the best presidential candidate.
4. I'm not up-to-date with current trends.
I'm an old soul. I love listening to cassette tapes and classical artists like Journey. I can't tell you if Kim and Kanye are still together or who Taylor Swift's current boyfriend is. I don't know what Uber is or what Boomerang does. I'm not sure what the latest fashion trend is, or if Aeropostle is even cool anymore. I get lost talking to high school kids now, because I don't understand the lingo used these days. I would rather curl up with a good book and a cup of coffee by a warm fire than party any day. I'm very much considered the granny in my friend group, and I'm OK with that.
5. I couldn't teach.
If I were president of the U.S., I couldn't fulfill my life's passion—teaching. God has called me to share His love in a classroom, through kind words, warm hugs and big smiles. Yes, I know this isn't an economically fulfilling career. Yes, I know there will be many days that end in tears, but I also know many days will end in praise and thanksgiving for the opportunity to reach so many amazing children. At the end of the day, I can go to sleep with love and pride in my heart knowing that I've done everything in my power to touch the lives of my students.
I may not like either of the presidential candidates, but I have to commend them for taking on such a huge responsibility. I know I sure couldn't do the job!
