As a child, I had no idea how incredible our country was. Since then, three experiences have shaped my appreciation. These were brief visits to Mexico, Europe, and a year in Iraq with the military.
Do you give your children money for doing chores? You absolutely should.
If your toddlers are anything like mine were, you’re currently struggling to maintain a semblance of sanity while running a household that does not yet have the capability to appreciate your selflessness.
Oklahoma has received some good news in recent weeks.
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Most parents go out of their way to ensure their children learn to the basics - reading writing, and arithmetic. I have written about how parents can teach these at home through daily activities.
Dear Virtual/Homeschool Parents,
COVID-19 dominates the news and our lives.
In the U.S., over 4.6 million people have tested positive for the virus and 155,000 have died.
Worldwide 700,000 have died and 18 million have been infected.
Work continues at the Capitol, although we spend much of the interim in our respective districts meeting with constituents. Interim studies will be getting underway soon. More than 100 Senate and House studies were recently approved by leadership. The studies will run through Friday, Oct. 30.
How do we teach our children to adjust to the “new normal”? First, we must admit there is a “new normal.” We cannot be in denial this late in the game. There’s no room for undue panic or self-centered pouting. It is what it is. A pandemic.
Last week, Congress made significant progress on critical legislation that supports our common defense and ensures protection of U.S. interests around the world.