So here is a chance to actually make your vote count without being involved in politics. I am vying for a spot to write a travel blog on a Russian icebreaker ship up to the North Pole. It is a contest based on who can gather the most votes for their short (400 word limit) essay. I am reaching out to the community to garner support and help my cause. I think it would be great to give credit to the community and show that small towns can help each other out. You can view the essay and vote here:

http://www.blogyourwaytothenorthpole.com/entries/22

It takes literally 3 minutes of your time. You can vote by using your Facebook login. 3 clicks and you are done. Also started a Facebook fan page that you can check out and share:

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Send-Dave-to-the-North-Pole/167184813322355

Hope that everyone can give a hand and I will most certainly be in your karmic debt. Thanks. -Dave