Vote!

I'm by and large an apolitical creature. I learned long ago that people will always disagree, and that by global standards neither of this country's biggest political parties are condemnable. So, for the most part, I have my opinions but don't get too riled up by who happens to be president. But in 2008, it was impossible to not get intensely curious, and more than a little opinionated!

In the spirit of bipartisanship, I have selected two of the best muffins from today's attempt at Dorie Greenspan's "Big Carrot Cake" recipe. Like our two major party candidates, these giant muffins want you to believe they are better than the average cupcake, that they'll deliver wholesome, healthy ingredients with enough sweetness and zest to make life pleasant, and that they'll satisfy for a long time to come.

But I'd be lying if I said I don't hope to wake up Wednesday morning and find one party's candidate like this muffin: demolished beyond recognition.

PS. I realize it's not a perfect metaphor. Let it go and go vote already!