Texas had in the 15 largest counties 4.10% voting on the first day of early voting. That includes in person and mail ballots. Texas will probably reach about 30% statewide if the past is any indication.
http://www.sos.state.tx.us/elections/earlyvoting/2008/oct20.shtml
Interesting trend, deport. However, who is it that holds these ballots until they can be counted? They are not counted right away, right?