The presidential election is behind us by one week, but news of transitions and changes are continuing to be broadcast. I thought I would share some observations about the election and upcoming changes for our country. I particularly want to focus upon this transition and its influence on children. I have observed many children over the past few weeks share feelings and thoughts regarding the election. Many expressed support for a particular candidate and some shared fears about what a candidate might do if they were elected. Children as young as first grade have been participating in mock elections in their schools. Though it is exciting to see children interested in the election process, young children particularly lack the cognitive skills to understand and process the large amounts of news and information associated with an election (many of us adults also struggle). Though there are economic pressures that have many nervous about the future, as adults we should be careful about ho