Well, that's it. I've done my civic duty and voted. As I was about to leave the polling station, the sky turned black and there was a huge clap of thunder followed by a massive hailstorm and a torrential downpour.
Could this be a message from above about the way the voting is going so far? If so, how should it be interpreted?
On the one hand, the hail lashed down menacingly, causing everyone to take cover. On the other hand, in the midst of a worryingly dry winter, our prayers for rain have been answered on this, of all days.
As I waited for the hailstorm to subside, I chatted to volunteers who are conducting an exit poll for Channel 2 TV. They said voter turnout so far had been higher than expected, particularly in view of the weather. Indeed, maybe the heavy rain prevented people from taking a trip out of town on their day off work, and instead ensured that they went to vote.
I hope the turnout will be high across the country because at least then, like it or not, the result will be a true reflection of the majority of the country’s wishes.
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