Whether you like it or not, election season is upon us. My special condolences to residents of Iowa and New Hampshire. I’m sure you’ll be able to go back to watching normal TV soon.

But there’s another election going on, too. And like most politicians, I’m not above a little shameless self-promotion to let the world know about it. And believe me, it doesn’t get much more shameless than this, folks…

The Blogger’s Choice Awards hands out honors to top blogs in various categories, including (wouldn’t you know it) travel blogs. Like most “<insert group here>’s Choice” awards, the honorees are voted on by a particular group of people. In this case, if you can use a keyboard and a browser, you can vote.

The 2008 polls have only been open for a month or two, but the Black Hills Travel Blog is already moving up the ladder. If you love visiting the Black Hills and think we do a pretty good job with the blog, cast a vote for us. You’ll have to register first, but they make it fairly painless. It’ll be worth it. I’ll even shake your hand and kiss your baby, if you think that’ll help.