AN: A little addition to the scene where the Hummel-Hudson family talks about Burt's political bid. Hope you enjoy. Inspired by lyrics from "To Win Just Once" by the Saw Doctors.
I knew this was something that I had to do. If Sue Sylvester made it to congress and I did nothing to try to stop it, I knew that I wouldn't be able to look at myself in the mirror. Granted, I might not win this race, I sure couldn't control who the people of Ohio voted for, but I could influence them and whatever happened, at least I knew I would try.
But I wanted to win. I wanted to make a positive difference not only here in Lima but in our country. Running for Congress was a way to do that. Sure, this had all started as a campaign to save the arts but there was so much more I could do.
I also knew the only way I could win was with the support of my family. This wasn't just about me, it was about them to. Carol and I had talked at length about it, and Kurt and Finn had been excited at first, but I knew we really had to talk about it. Address any concerns they had, hence the dinner at Breadstix and opening the floor for questions.
Even as Finn's question was addressed though, I could tell something was bothering Kurt.
*"Pretty quiet over there," I said, directing the comment directly at Kurt. I wasn't about to just let this slide, If Kurt had problems with this whole running for office thing, then I wanted to know about them. I wanted them addressed and his worries eased if I could.
*"I want you to do this, Dad," Kurt replied, his voice truthful but lacking the enthusiasm of his first reaction when he had declared himself as campaign manager. "But think about the stress. I mean you were just in the hospital, almost dead and Sue is going to make your life a living hell."
So that was it. My son was once again worried about my health and I guess after the last year's scare and losing his mom, it was a valid concern. One I needed to try to ease his mind about, though right then I didn't know how.
*"I know she will."
*"She's going to have a field day with this whole having a gay son thing."
*"I'm proud of you Kurt, don't care who knows it," I assured him, meaning every word wholeheartedly.
I couldn't have raised a better son no matter how many times I could do it over. My boy was smart, ambitious, talented, and compassionate. He had a strength of character that I could only contribute to his mother. Despite everything the world had thrown at him, he refused to be beaten. How many times had I watched him fight for what he knew was right. And suddenly, I knew what words to say to hopefully ease his worries.
This once, the Hummels were going to win.
*Dialogue taken from "Pot O' Gold"