Alberta has been painted Tory blue. Martin is stepping down. Prime Minister Harper. The whole thing makes me feel sick to my stomach. But it could have been worse, right?

How? The Conservatives could have gotten a solid majority instead of the minority they received.

The definite high point of the day was when I cast my ballot. Greatest feeling ever. People made fun of me at work for being so excited, but that's okay. Things go on. Now, a leadership convention to look forward to...