The environment in the United States is changing. It's not about who is in office anymore in my eyes. Every single person in government have a reason for being there. I am sick to death of hearing people (and even myself) say stupid things like:
- only Democrats care about the environment (FALSE)
- only Republicans care about small business (FALSE)
- only Democrats pay attention to minorities (BIGGER FALSE)
- only Republicans try to change the way people live (BIGGER FALSE)
It is not about who is a Republican and who is a Democrat.... it's about what this particular individual believes will be good for America. I am sick of people voting for someone JUST because they are a Democrat or a Republican. I am sick of people claiming that JUST BECAUSE this party has control of the government NOTHING will happen for such and such. I read a blog today from a woman I enjoy reading that just struck me as SICK..... until I read a little further into what she wrote. (check the blog out here http://www.greenbiz.com/blog/2010/11/03/what-mid-term-elections-could-mean-green?utm_source=Vertical+Newletters&utm_campaign=19b995ae29-BldgsNL-2010-11-04&utm_medium=email)
I have noticed that a TON of liberal friends think if you care about the enviornment you HAVE to be Democrat... and that is just not true. George W Bush has one of the most "GREEN" homes in the United States, but itsn't a big pusher of "green"..... on the flip side, Al Gore is one of the biggest abusers of energy in American Politics... but is one of the BIGGEST supporters of going green. This is another reason why I always say... it isn't always a person's party that influences me... it's who they are and what they have done in the past.
For someone who agrees with "going green" I also think that the government should "go-green" but should NOT continue to spend money to push other people and businesses to do the same. Another story that I think people should really read is a story on a new report that came out pointing out how the government can save some money... this was from a group SEPARATE from the government.... http://www.greenbiz.com/news/2010/10/26/technology-can-save-feds-1t-10-years?utm_source=Vertical+Newletters&utm_campaign=61bf0c1b07-GCNews-2010-10-27&utm_medium=email....
I guess the point of this little story is that it ISN'T about whether someone is Republican or Democrat... it is about what they REALLY DO stand for. I don't want to see another George W Bush (who lives something but doesn't support it) or someone like Al Gore (who supports something he doesn't live). I wanna see someone who supports something WHILE living it. I want to see someone who will stand up for what they believe in instead of CLAIMING they believe in something. I am also NOT going to sit here and say "just because Republicans are in office such and such isn't going to happen." Maybe that's because I swore President Obama would do NOTHING I agree with.... and he's done at least 1 or 2 things I can stand behind.
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Friday, November 5, 2010
Thursday, November 4, 2010
Election Time and Disrespect
Why does it seem like we can never escape high school? Election day has come and gone, but yet, ramifications are still coming to light. I can see now, that no matter how old we are, people enjoy talking about how "stupid" and "retarded" other people are. I am all for free speech, but I also wish people used common sense.
I don't call someone stupid or retarded and treat them like a lower life form just because they disagree with me on politics, religion, or even how to raise a child. When someone goes to vote and CHOOSES to vote blind... it annoys me, but I won't treat them any different, because, in America, they HAVE THAT RIGHT. When I, research all candidates for hours on end, for weeks on end, and make AN EDUCATED decision, I am retarded and stupid and should be riding the "short bus." Why is that?
An Ohio State study came to the conclusion that conservatives tend to understand BOTH sides of issues MORE OFTEN then their liberal counterparts. I didn't believe this at first, but right now.... I am begining to understand what they meant. Conservatives (generally speaking) tend to ignore "negative" ads moreso than liberal counterparts. Conservatives tend to research things more fully than their liberal counterparts as well. I know a lot of people who CLAIM to understand politics and the issues and CLAIM to be ABOVE all the propaganda shown on television or aired on the radio.... but then I hear them QUOTE statements MADE on those ads........ but can't or won't tell me where they found their information--- but I don't call them stupid and I don't tell them they are wrong. I just tell them, I FOUND DIFFERENT INFORMATION and stop there.
Now to explain to you what has been happening to me for the past few years.........
I went to school FOR POLITICAL SCIENCE. I took several classes that teach me how to research and how to understand polls. (keep in mind MOST politicians don't even understand polls, our media representatives don't either). I graduated college with a 3.95 Major GPA and was told by everyone (including 3 politicians I met at the university) that I am a very thorough thinker and truly understand the issues and BOTH sides of those issues. I have NEVER been one to speak as if I am completely sure of something UNLESS I AM completely sure of something. I may say "I belive" or "I think" or "my understanding is" if I don't know for SURE. But then, I am criticized and ousted by people I love and people I am friends with because I believe the way I do. WHY??????
Is it so wrong to TRULY believe in smaller federal government and lower taxes? Is it so wrong to be a Moderate Conservative? Honestly. Is it so wrong to want to keep our government from controlling every portion of our lives? I don't vote along party lines... I don't even vote PRIMARILY on party lines. I research each and every single candidate and make my decision based on WHO I THINK WILL BETTER REPRESENT US and who will continue to UPHOLD MY VIEWS in Washington (or the state capital). But I am the one who is wrong? WHAT?
Explain to me how wanting someone WITH EXPERIENCE running BUSINESSES and experience participating in government is wrong???
Explain to me why someone who HAS experience running a large company well is responsible for every single employee they have and someone who had control of financial matters ISN'T responsible for BAD INVESTMENTS???? Explain to me that. Explain to me how someone who worked their way to THE TOP from LITERALLY NOTHING is less special than someone born with a silver spoon in their mouth. ANSWER ME!
Explain to me how a man with 20+ years experience in government , representing his constituents, working hard for AMERICA (not himself) is a bad choice compared to someone who has NEVER HELD A REAL JOB, who is married to a woman who is a PROVEN RACIST, and who has LITERALLY 2 years experience in government.
Keep in mind.... all of the above statements HAVE BEEN PROVEN! You can look online ANYWHERE and get the REAL stories, especially now that the elections are over. These are all things that led me to vote the way I wanted to vote. There are still people extremely close to me WHO SWEAR UP AND DOWN I am wrong and the above statements ARE FALSE!
Now to step away from arguing for a minute. As I said, all the above statements are true. I have 2 SEPARATE people, who don't talk to each other, who don't even really know each other, who told me all of the above statements were "Republican propaganda published on fox news to brainwash [me]." Really? hm............. that's interesting. Gee, where did I hear that one before? Oh yes, right from the Obama administration..... right from CNN and ABC news. THAT's WHERE I HEARD IT. So explain to me how I am the one brainwashed when 2 people, who are usually very good about researching, believe I am brainwashed when they are quoting statements from DEMOCRATIC news stations with no PROOF that the above statements are wrong! When I asked them to PROVE IT, I got, "I don't have to, it's all over the internet" well. NO. It's not. But yet, I am stupid.
I know there are a lot of us who have been through similar things. And I am sure we all handle these things differently. I can honestly say it has nothing to do with whether someone is a republican or a democrat, it is the person themself. People like to pretend they are well versed in the world instead of being honest and saying they aren't sure of something. I teach my children every day to respect other peoples dreams and views, even if we don't agree with them. We live in America. I can debate with someone or have an intellectual conversation with someone without resorting to disrespect, I've done it time and time again, with liberals, conservatives, moderates, Republicans, Democrats, and even Independents. In fact, some of my most insightful conversations have been with Democrats and Liberals (partially due to the fact that a lot of Moderates and Conservatives agree with me on issues so there is no point to debate :) ).
To conclude, the moral of my story is...... treat people with respect NO MATTER WHAT. Don't forget about respect when it comes to politics and election time. Because eventually the person you treat with disrespect will walk away and never look back.
I don't call someone stupid or retarded and treat them like a lower life form just because they disagree with me on politics, religion, or even how to raise a child. When someone goes to vote and CHOOSES to vote blind... it annoys me, but I won't treat them any different, because, in America, they HAVE THAT RIGHT. When I, research all candidates for hours on end, for weeks on end, and make AN EDUCATED decision, I am retarded and stupid and should be riding the "short bus." Why is that?
An Ohio State study came to the conclusion that conservatives tend to understand BOTH sides of issues MORE OFTEN then their liberal counterparts. I didn't believe this at first, but right now.... I am begining to understand what they meant. Conservatives (generally speaking) tend to ignore "negative" ads moreso than liberal counterparts. Conservatives tend to research things more fully than their liberal counterparts as well. I know a lot of people who CLAIM to understand politics and the issues and CLAIM to be ABOVE all the propaganda shown on television or aired on the radio.... but then I hear them QUOTE statements MADE on those ads........ but can't or won't tell me where they found their information--- but I don't call them stupid and I don't tell them they are wrong. I just tell them, I FOUND DIFFERENT INFORMATION and stop there.
Now to explain to you what has been happening to me for the past few years.........
I went to school FOR POLITICAL SCIENCE. I took several classes that teach me how to research and how to understand polls. (keep in mind MOST politicians don't even understand polls, our media representatives don't either). I graduated college with a 3.95 Major GPA and was told by everyone (including 3 politicians I met at the university) that I am a very thorough thinker and truly understand the issues and BOTH sides of those issues. I have NEVER been one to speak as if I am completely sure of something UNLESS I AM completely sure of something. I may say "I belive" or "I think" or "my understanding is" if I don't know for SURE. But then, I am criticized and ousted by people I love and people I am friends with because I believe the way I do. WHY??????
Is it so wrong to TRULY believe in smaller federal government and lower taxes? Is it so wrong to be a Moderate Conservative? Honestly. Is it so wrong to want to keep our government from controlling every portion of our lives? I don't vote along party lines... I don't even vote PRIMARILY on party lines. I research each and every single candidate and make my decision based on WHO I THINK WILL BETTER REPRESENT US and who will continue to UPHOLD MY VIEWS in Washington (or the state capital). But I am the one who is wrong? WHAT?
Explain to me how wanting someone WITH EXPERIENCE running BUSINESSES and experience participating in government is wrong???
Explain to me why someone who HAS experience running a large company well is responsible for every single employee they have and someone who had control of financial matters ISN'T responsible for BAD INVESTMENTS???? Explain to me that. Explain to me how someone who worked their way to THE TOP from LITERALLY NOTHING is less special than someone born with a silver spoon in their mouth. ANSWER ME!
Explain to me how a man with 20+ years experience in government , representing his constituents, working hard for AMERICA (not himself) is a bad choice compared to someone who has NEVER HELD A REAL JOB, who is married to a woman who is a PROVEN RACIST, and who has LITERALLY 2 years experience in government.
Keep in mind.... all of the above statements HAVE BEEN PROVEN! You can look online ANYWHERE and get the REAL stories, especially now that the elections are over. These are all things that led me to vote the way I wanted to vote. There are still people extremely close to me WHO SWEAR UP AND DOWN I am wrong and the above statements ARE FALSE!
Now to step away from arguing for a minute. As I said, all the above statements are true. I have 2 SEPARATE people, who don't talk to each other, who don't even really know each other, who told me all of the above statements were "Republican propaganda published on fox news to brainwash [me]." Really? hm............. that's interesting. Gee, where did I hear that one before? Oh yes, right from the Obama administration..... right from CNN and ABC news. THAT's WHERE I HEARD IT. So explain to me how I am the one brainwashed when 2 people, who are usually very good about researching, believe I am brainwashed when they are quoting statements from DEMOCRATIC news stations with no PROOF that the above statements are wrong! When I asked them to PROVE IT, I got, "I don't have to, it's all over the internet" well. NO. It's not. But yet, I am stupid.
I know there are a lot of us who have been through similar things. And I am sure we all handle these things differently. I can honestly say it has nothing to do with whether someone is a republican or a democrat, it is the person themself. People like to pretend they are well versed in the world instead of being honest and saying they aren't sure of something. I teach my children every day to respect other peoples dreams and views, even if we don't agree with them. We live in America. I can debate with someone or have an intellectual conversation with someone without resorting to disrespect, I've done it time and time again, with liberals, conservatives, moderates, Republicans, Democrats, and even Independents. In fact, some of my most insightful conversations have been with Democrats and Liberals (partially due to the fact that a lot of Moderates and Conservatives agree with me on issues so there is no point to debate :) ).
To conclude, the moral of my story is...... treat people with respect NO MATTER WHAT. Don't forget about respect when it comes to politics and election time. Because eventually the person you treat with disrespect will walk away and never look back.
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Perfect Women..... NOT perfect MOLDS
Who said I have to be skinny and less than 130 pounds? Who said my hair has to be perfectly in place each and every day? Who said I must remain a size 6 or lower or I am unhealthy?
Hundreds of years ago, weight was a status symbol. The heavier you were, the more wealth you had… but starting about 80 years ago, society underwent a transformation- a serious transformation. Now, society tells women we must weigh under 130 pounds, we must not be bigger than a size 6, and if you’re pregnant, you should hide your condition under clothes that could double as a tent. We must have reasonable sized rear-ends (not too small and not too big), we must have large breasts, and we must have perfect hair and perfect teeth. Of course, you MUST return to normal size within days of delivering a child and you are not allowed to breastfeed your child in public without a blanket on. Women are expected to work, care for children and the household, all while maintaining perfect bodies….. and not complain. Our men don’t expect these things from us. We do. Women expect this from other women- why? Men don’t put this pressure on us or on themselves…. But women do.
God created us in his likeness, so we are ALL perfect beings.
Women in high school are criticized by other women for not looking a certain way… but yet we are all different. I see women every day that are beautiful. Big or small, busty or apple bottomed… it is neither your weight nor your breast size that makes a woman beautiful. It is her smile, her eyes, her stance, and her love. It is her capacity to care and willingness to care. Every woman has a special trait. God gave the world, the greatest gift alive… us.
Our children do not love us because we weigh less than 130 pounds or wear a size 6. Our children love us because of who we are. Stop allowing yourself to be affected by the “perfect woman” syndrome. We are all beautiful, we are all strong, and we are all perfect. No matter your weight, no matter your bra size, no matter your insecurities. We are all women and we are all God’s children.
Thursday, October 14, 2010
My life change
I have spent the past few months laughing at posts on Facebook and Twitter from people who are constantly complaining. If the sun shines too bright, if the sun isn't shining, they're always tired or in pain, someone made them mad, someone did something. You know the type of people I am talking about, right?
I used to be one of them... not as bad as some, but worse than others. My job made me miserable, not because of the JOB exactly, but because of the people who worked in the company and the fact that I wasn't able to be with my children as often as I wanted. I was told over and over again, "at least you have a job and can support your family." I hated hearing that. I was miserable. Everyday I stuck it out for 10-12 hours and came home to find my children already asleep, homework not done, house a mess, and my husband wanting attention because his day was hell. I remember thinking, I would trade places with him in a heart beat! Not because I thought staying home and keeping the house clean was easy, but because that's where I wanted to be, with my kids. I would dream about a job where I could work when they were in school, that would allow me to volunteer when I wanted, a job where I wouldn't miss any baseball games or other important things in my kids life. I wanted a job that would allow me to utilitze all those years in school and make me feel truly accomplished.
Then, when I thought things couldn't get any more stressful for me, I was demoted. What a shocker that was! When I was giving some options, I did what every other family person would've done... I talked it over with my husband. Thank GOD he knows me so well and loves me completely! He told me he was completely behind me if I decided to leave the company and find something better. I even had friends that gave me the same advice and family too. But, me being who I was, was scared to death about taking that chance. That meant NO INCOME until I found something else. Talk about a risk. I ended up doing it, not because of the support, but because I couldn't BEAR the thought of returning to a place where I was miserable, doing something I was over qualified to do, just to "get by." I was done with just "getting by" I wanted a life.
After several pep talks from my aunt and some very close awesome friends, I began a "life-change." I decided that I didn't want to focus on all the things that were wrong. I was going to focus on my dream and the steps I can take to get there and be happy. And boy did I!!!
The first thing I did after being unemployed, was write my book! Oh it felt amazing to finally complete something I have been writing for YEARS! I could never finish it before because I never had the time to be able to complete it. Although it's not as long as most books, it is done and ready to send to a publisher!
Then, within 4 months, I found the perfect career/job. I work when my children are in school! I do what I love the entire day! I research and write, what better job could there ever be for me? I mean honestly. I can still be a homeroom parent at school for my kids, volunteer when I am needed (with notice) and I can be with my children when they're home from school. Wow! What a change for me. It's been a year now and I can't remember what it feels like to have to work on a weekend. I can't remember what it feels like to be physically exhausted, coming home to sleeping children, homework not being done, house being a mess, and all the other stuff that comes with it.
I am not saying my life is slow now, because it's not. If anything I am busier than I was before... the difference now is, it is MY STUFF!!! It's MY choice what gets put on my calendar. I may only be working 25-30 hours a week, but between the 2 classes I am homeroom mother for, the Little League where I am team mom AND a member of the Board of Directors, work, and home... I am one busy little bee. My husband and I even made the hard decision to move in with my parents for a few months to save up money so we can buy our first home-- never would've thought we would be in the position we're in now 18 months ago! Turns out that my husband's business has picked up enough that we are BOTH busy beyond belief each and every day. My mother has been a life saver these past few weeks and I am looking forward to giving her something spectacular for her birthday to thank her for all the amazing assistance she's given us these weeks.
Now, only a month after moving, my husband and I are not only seeing light at the end of the tunnel, but we had to put our sunglasses on! Within months we will be moving into our own home and preparing for the birth of our 4th and probably last, child. It is amazing how much things can change in a year, just by changing your outlook on life.
Now, everytime I read negative posts from people who constantly focus on the negative, I feel myself thanking GOD for pushing me out of the nest (my old job) and into prosperity and happiness. I am glad that I took the hint and became a whole woman again! I don't feel like some stranger anymore. I feel and look like myself again. Although my life may not be perfect, it's sure close. I know that each time I have a dream and focus on the dream I will, in turn, be creating my future. We do have that power and I can't wait to see it happen to the people I love and care about that continuously focus on the negative.
I used to be one of them... not as bad as some, but worse than others. My job made me miserable, not because of the JOB exactly, but because of the people who worked in the company and the fact that I wasn't able to be with my children as often as I wanted. I was told over and over again, "at least you have a job and can support your family." I hated hearing that. I was miserable. Everyday I stuck it out for 10-12 hours and came home to find my children already asleep, homework not done, house a mess, and my husband wanting attention because his day was hell. I remember thinking, I would trade places with him in a heart beat! Not because I thought staying home and keeping the house clean was easy, but because that's where I wanted to be, with my kids. I would dream about a job where I could work when they were in school, that would allow me to volunteer when I wanted, a job where I wouldn't miss any baseball games or other important things in my kids life. I wanted a job that would allow me to utilitze all those years in school and make me feel truly accomplished.
Then, when I thought things couldn't get any more stressful for me, I was demoted. What a shocker that was! When I was giving some options, I did what every other family person would've done... I talked it over with my husband. Thank GOD he knows me so well and loves me completely! He told me he was completely behind me if I decided to leave the company and find something better. I even had friends that gave me the same advice and family too. But, me being who I was, was scared to death about taking that chance. That meant NO INCOME until I found something else. Talk about a risk. I ended up doing it, not because of the support, but because I couldn't BEAR the thought of returning to a place where I was miserable, doing something I was over qualified to do, just to "get by." I was done with just "getting by" I wanted a life.
After several pep talks from my aunt and some very close awesome friends, I began a "life-change." I decided that I didn't want to focus on all the things that were wrong. I was going to focus on my dream and the steps I can take to get there and be happy. And boy did I!!!
The first thing I did after being unemployed, was write my book! Oh it felt amazing to finally complete something I have been writing for YEARS! I could never finish it before because I never had the time to be able to complete it. Although it's not as long as most books, it is done and ready to send to a publisher!
Then, within 4 months, I found the perfect career/job. I work when my children are in school! I do what I love the entire day! I research and write, what better job could there ever be for me? I mean honestly. I can still be a homeroom parent at school for my kids, volunteer when I am needed (with notice) and I can be with my children when they're home from school. Wow! What a change for me. It's been a year now and I can't remember what it feels like to have to work on a weekend. I can't remember what it feels like to be physically exhausted, coming home to sleeping children, homework not being done, house being a mess, and all the other stuff that comes with it.
I am not saying my life is slow now, because it's not. If anything I am busier than I was before... the difference now is, it is MY STUFF!!! It's MY choice what gets put on my calendar. I may only be working 25-30 hours a week, but between the 2 classes I am homeroom mother for, the Little League where I am team mom AND a member of the Board of Directors, work, and home... I am one busy little bee. My husband and I even made the hard decision to move in with my parents for a few months to save up money so we can buy our first home-- never would've thought we would be in the position we're in now 18 months ago! Turns out that my husband's business has picked up enough that we are BOTH busy beyond belief each and every day. My mother has been a life saver these past few weeks and I am looking forward to giving her something spectacular for her birthday to thank her for all the amazing assistance she's given us these weeks.
Now, only a month after moving, my husband and I are not only seeing light at the end of the tunnel, but we had to put our sunglasses on! Within months we will be moving into our own home and preparing for the birth of our 4th and probably last, child. It is amazing how much things can change in a year, just by changing your outlook on life.
Now, everytime I read negative posts from people who constantly focus on the negative, I feel myself thanking GOD for pushing me out of the nest (my old job) and into prosperity and happiness. I am glad that I took the hint and became a whole woman again! I don't feel like some stranger anymore. I feel and look like myself again. Although my life may not be perfect, it's sure close. I know that each time I have a dream and focus on the dream I will, in turn, be creating my future. We do have that power and I can't wait to see it happen to the people I love and care about that continuously focus on the negative.
Monday, September 13, 2010
The End of Summer
The end of summer marks some very important events on the calendar for my family.
The first, FOOTBALL!!! College, Professional, and Fantasy football is in force now. Dad's can watch sports all day on the weekend and some nights through the week, which leaves mommy some quiet time- unless daddy decides to watch football in the bedroom.
Another great thing that happens in September.... Fall Ball at the Little League. This will be my daughters first Little League season, and my son has moved up a level. My daughter will get to walk out on the field for the first time in her pink helmet, glove, and polka-dotted baseball bat... I am sure they will never be stolen.
The last wonderful thing that happens in September, COOLER WEATHER! Okay, maybe not in Florida, but elsewhere in the US. I am looking forward to my first day in a long-sleeved shirt that I don't die of heat exhaustion.
As I said, September marks the end of summer, but also marks the beginning of wonderful things too... so it can't all be bad.
The first, FOOTBALL!!! College, Professional, and Fantasy football is in force now. Dad's can watch sports all day on the weekend and some nights through the week, which leaves mommy some quiet time- unless daddy decides to watch football in the bedroom.
Another great thing that happens in September.... Fall Ball at the Little League. This will be my daughters first Little League season, and my son has moved up a level. My daughter will get to walk out on the field for the first time in her pink helmet, glove, and polka-dotted baseball bat... I am sure they will never be stolen.
The last wonderful thing that happens in September, COOLER WEATHER! Okay, maybe not in Florida, but elsewhere in the US. I am looking forward to my first day in a long-sleeved shirt that I don't die of heat exhaustion.
As I said, September marks the end of summer, but also marks the beginning of wonderful things too... so it can't all be bad.
Thursday, September 2, 2010
A Mothers Resume
To whom it may concern,
I recently noticed an ad where you were looking for some help. I would like to be considered for this position. I am re-entering the workforce, but have many skills that would be beneficial to you. Following is a small list of the positions I have held.
And just to save you some time, you could even hire my husband, who has held the following positions ON TOP OF HIS REGULAR POSITION:
A Mother
I recently noticed an ad where you were looking for some help. I would like to be considered for this position. I am re-entering the workforce, but have many skills that would be beneficial to you. Following is a small list of the positions I have held.
- Manager (groups of 9-12)
- Teacher
- Tutor
- Chief Financial Officer
- Social Secretary
- Personal Assistant
- Judge
- Lawyer
- Personal Shopper
- Maid/Butler/Concierge
- Laundry Expert
- Chauffeur
- Cab Driver
- Mediator
- Doctor/Nurse
- Law Maker
- Moral Police
- Fashion Police
- Tradition Enforcer
- Party Planner
And just to save you some time, you could even hire my husband, who has held the following positions ON TOP OF HIS REGULAR POSITION:
- Coach/Umpire
- Corrections Officer/Policeman
- Athletic Coordinator
- Judge/Lawyer
- Culinary Expert
- Cab driver
- Butler
- Landscaper
- Carpenter
- Mediator
- Veterinarian
- Teacher
- Troubleshooter
- Pest Control
- Engineer/Architect
A Mother
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Take your children to Vote!!
Well, this morning I took my 3 children with me to vote (primaries). They have gone with me 3 times now. I take them because it's important for them to understand the process and the importance of voting in this country. My 2 oldest understand, at 9 and 6, that voting is our responsibility as Americans. Today, I was thanked by all 30 (ok, 26) people that were in our voting location. They all thought it was great that I brought my kids, AND EXPLAINED THE PROCESS to them.... even my 3 year old. The volunteers gave my children cookies and extra stickers to "reward" them-- although I don't agree with that. I don't believe in rewarding children for doing what they SHOULD do.
I have decided that I am going to do some research during the November elections at a few different polling locations in Central Florida to find out how many children go with their parents to vote.... Results will be in at the end of November 2010.
I have decided that I am going to do some research during the November elections at a few different polling locations in Central Florida to find out how many children go with their parents to vote.... Results will be in at the end of November 2010.
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