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series of articles that further explore the subject of parenting.
Lacey – 1982 Lori – 1986
Brett – 1990 The Now Generation Deborah Venable 02/19/10 I have five children, so why
do I show you pictures of only three of them in this article? Well, simply because they fit into an age
group that is the focus of an article by
Ilana Mercer about kids born between 1980
and 2001. Also, because they have
pretty much grown into adulthood in the shadow of post 911 and within the
computer age, they represent the “now generation” of America’s future. I hope you’ll read the linked
article because Ms. Mercer does make some very good points, and the same
thing that evidently “set her off” did the same thing to me when I heard about
it – namely Meghan McCain’s recent comments on that media bastion of cultural
wisdom, “The View.” You can read an
article about her undermining
daddy and see a clip of her
comments from this same source if you haven’t already done so. Now we can allow folks like
Meghan, (born in 1984 between my two daughters) to speak for the now
generation if we want to, or we can place our bets for the hope for America’s
future in another direction. Ilana
Mercer mentions another
article, which refers to this group
as the millennial generation, a.k.a. the “trophy kids” written by Ron Alsop. Here again, the author makes some good
points, but I refuse to believe that we have to perpetuate the negative
attitude assigned to young folks because of their age. I have met too many who do not fit that
mold! I also knew too many of my own
generation who did. The entitlement syndrome has
been around for a long time and must be laid at the doorstep of poor
parenting and an even poorer education system. It seems that many of today’s
kids cannot obtain adulthood without also obtaining an elitist attitude
accompanying an entitlement syndrome.
They have been taught to expect a college education on a silver
platter, or at the very least via a debt leaden future. So, naturally, they also believe they are
entitled to an income that defines their degree or the ability to pay back
the huge loans for that education. No
wonder so many young people are overly “picky” about the jobs they take and
the work they are expected to do. In Chapter 16 of my book, Professional
Parenting – Raising the Hope For America’s Future, I devote a whole
section entitled, “Earning Their Own Way,” to the subject of instilling
self-esteem in youngsters. Since this
subject has become such a hot topic lately, it is evident to me that my opinions
were not shared by many parents of this millennial generation. I’ll not regurgitate what I said in the
book except to say that self-esteem is earned – not bestowed. I could tell you stories
about the three young people pictured above that would illustrate my intense
hope for the future simply because of how they have turned out. My son, Brett, is a
self-taught expert on a multitude of subjects, the least of which is not
conveying his thoughts through the written word. He blows me away with every article he sends me. He has the ability to save and budget for
what he wants and the ability to do without what he doesn’t have while he
maintains a cheery attitude. The cheery attitude exactly
describes Lori’s whole outlook on life.
She works hard for every penny she gets and thoroughly enjoys what it
buys her. She loves her independence
and feels entitled to nothing she hasn’t earned. Lacey began working and
saving as a very young teenager, both before and after her brush with death
from the debilitating illness I wrote about earlier in these columns. She amassed a small fortune for one so
young and used it to purchase her first vehicle for cash when she was only
20. She still drives it today. Their older sisters have both
set excellent work ethic examples for their younger siblings and have always
earned the esteem and confidence of their employers. Why shouldn’t I be very
hopeful for a future that contains these fine young people? Sure, the trophy kids from
the millennium generation are also out there, and the entitlement syndrome is
wreaking havoc in an already suffering economy, but all the more reason for
the awakening American people to realize just what’s caused this illness in
our youths. It certainly hasn’t
helped that a predominantly conservative American public has too often handed
the reins of power over to socialist-leaning political elitists educated in a
system that has eroded all common sense and knowledge of American heritage to
the extent that society now expects something for nothing! It also doesn’t help that so
many people get so caught up in their careers and have totally bought into
the idea that traditions and family values are whatever they say they are -
instead of moral, principled parenting and educating of the younger generation
so that they are equipped to handle the real world of living in a free
republic, that they are more than willing to turn the job over to someone
else. This is precisely what has
happened before in societies that have eventually failed. But I want to end this on a
positive note. Those children that
have been raised with traditional American values deserve our vote of
confidence in them. We may just be
old folks that the Meghan McCains of the world have no respect for, but some
of us took our responsibilities seriously and did the very best we could in
some of the most volatile times the world has ever known. Now we have no choice but to live out our
principles and values in whatever time we have left and hope that America’s
future will reflect our best efforts.
God bless America and the now
generation that will inherit her! Professional Parenting Articles Recently,
Conservative Times published one of these “Professional Parenting” articles
also. It is not archived on this
site, but you may click this link to read it. Raising the Hope –
Safeguarding the Family Do not follow where the
path may lead. Go, instead, where
there is no path and leave a trail. Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you,
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©2002-2010 Latest DebV Rant Unalienable Rights – 03/06/10 This just may be the
most important issue NOT being addressed today. Thinking caps on? Here’s one of my examples
of the Hope For America’s Future! My 19-year-old son,
Brett’s latest article – Fearless Faith Short Stuff The Census Is Getting
Personal
– Short, very informative video about the census. Take the time to view it and take it seriously! Cute Video – Victoria Jackson sings,
There’s a Communist Living In the White House. Obama Marching Us Toward
Marshall Law
– Powerful YouTube Video that many do not take seriously. Everyone should ask the question, could it
happen? New
Definition Of Republican Party – In the interest of fairness and balance I’m sure, Fox News
continues to let Bob Beckel speak his mind.
Oh, by the way, that definition: the “party of birthers, baggers, and
blowhards.” How does that feel for a
label? I guess it’s better than being
lying deceitful cheats who love to shred the Constitution, eh? Conservatives
Define "Fringe"? – The Tea Party Movement and CPAC have a problem. How do you define fringe? Okay, so we know that CPAC is
“conservative” but I thought the “movement” did not want a defining cause to
box them into any one party or issue. Send
In the Marines!
– About lifting the ban on gays serving openly in the military. Finally someone who is not living in a
paradox! Reality
Meets Optimism
– in this (CNN) poll yet! Yes, the
government’s broken, but we can still fix it! Great! Follow up On the
Geert Wilders Story
- Yes, it’s Holland, but look how
politicians act in the face of strong individuals trying to warn of very real
danger. If you are not taking notes
on this, perhaps you should be. 1 Billion
$ Price Tag
– And we need this . . . why? Another
piece of the budget boondoggle. Suicide
Bombers Still Out There – “Believe it!” The last
sentence in this article says it all.
Do we really care “why” they are out there? It’s all about killing in the name of their religion. On
Verifying Citizenship
– Talk about closing the barn door after the horse gets out! Okay, so this is a “real” issue, but
birthers are loons? What is wrong
with this picture? Interview
with Obama's Marxist buddy – Let this one sink in folks, from his Occidental College
days. He loved the Soviets! State
Representative Mike Pitts’ Bill
Would Ban Federal Currency In SC – Will it come to this, folks? I
didn’t prepare any Short Stuff entries for this update, but I wish to make a
comment on the recent Super Bowl, since I am a football fan. Congrats to the Saints and the city of New
Orleans! Also, congrats to CBS for
garnering the all time record audience for a Super Bowl or anything else for
that matter! Now, about the hype
leading up to the television presentation of the super Bowl – HOW ABOUT THOSE
TEBOWS!!!! The reaction to the ad, both before and after it was aired, is surely telling of the crisis this still Christian nation faces. Let that one sink in – and then do a little mining of your own for the Tebow ad and the responses. (By the way, you feminists should check on Betty White and see if she’s doing okay after the “violence” delivered on her poor old body in the other Super Bowl ad.) Responses to my opinions always welcome. DebV Ayla
Brown Sings With Boston Pops – This is just one link of many available on YouTube about Scott
Brown’s already famous daughter, Ayla.
Personally, I think she is a very impressive young woman who reflects
positively on her now famous father.
It’s the parenting thing with me I guess. Here's An Update on the Geert Wilders
trial. Just a short story, but read
the implications of the outcome through this one quote: “It marked an
incendiary opening to the landmark case that has divided the Netherlands over
the limits of freedom.” Limits of freedom? Watch this trial,
folks! It may give us more than a
little insight into just how powerful Islamic dominance will become. Comparing
Reagan With Obama
– this short piece reminds us again of the common sense representative
compared to the incredible ego.
“Facebook generation” not withstanding, accurate history will
hopefully get it right. Who
else thinks that the birth control pill was the greatest
invention of the 20th century – besides Hugh Hefner I mean?
Hardly! Geoffrey Botkin tells
it like it is in this World Net Daily article. Take a look at his website after you read the
article. Take time for the insightful
review of Avatar,
whether or not you have seen or plan to see the movie. The
Brits rate conservatives and liberals according to their
influence in American politics. Take
time to review both these lists, (the top 20 in each) and pay special
attention to the comments section that follows. This is how you really keep your finger on the pulse of the
American electorate after all. America As the Last Man
Standing
– a speech by Dutch politician, Geert wilders. If you haven’t read this before, now is a good time. As reported January 16, 2010, he has now
been charged with a “hate crime” in the Netherlands. Geert
Wilders Speaks
is a video interview, (this is part 1 and part 2 is available from this link
also.) The man has been and is being
persecuted (and now prosecuted) for speaking his mind, and he deserves to be
heard. Going,
Going, Gong!
– Okay, half the fun of this article is reading the comments. It’s all about the shake up at NBC with
Jay and the boys. For the record,
I’ve always liked Jay Leno’s brand of humor.
Conan O’Brien, on the other hand turns me off. He looks and acts like a scarecrow hopped
up on speed. The only reason I put
this here is to ponder a point. Leno
seems to have made enemies – probably due in part to his equal opportunity
jabs at BOTH sides of the political aisle.
Think about that one. Words Mean
Things
– Or do they? Maybe only mean words
mean mean things? Maybe only just
words that can be skewed to be racist mean things? Anybody else think “honest injun” is a racial slur? How about “white trash” or “black power”
or let’s think way back to this article I wrote when the whole
Trent Lott debacle happened. We the People – and God love Ray
Stevens! From Ahab the Arab to this
one, he just keeps getting better with age!
Don’t miss this one, folks.
Have a listen to a real American Patriot Entertainer! Look
Them In The Eyes
– The difference between airport security in Israel and North America – time
and individual attention to the individual – not their “stuff”! Good article and well worth the read! If
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– Updated 03/06/10 I may not be a world class prognosticator, but the arrogance and contempt for we the people I can see getting worse. Read more Mr. Veritas – Updated 03/06/10 Here
is what every American is not told about Income Tax by our Big Brother
government politicians. Read more Little Fish – Updated 02/26/10 A good message from one
who has chosen to serve. Humor – Updated 03/06/10
Brett Venable Fearless Faith – 11/21/09 Okay, so there’s a seat
with my name on it on a plane leaving for New Mexico in five hours. . .
. What has kept me up so late is a
woman. Now, let’s dial back so I don’t get shot. Alan’s Finds – Updated 02/26/10 Hilarious questions and
answers! Read more The Man Of Few Words
– Updated 09/04/09 “Barack Obama announced
a new 85 Billion dollar plan to increase EIC paymants and child credits for the
poor. These are people that don't pay taxes in the first place!” Read more Josh Duncan’s Page – Updated 05/09/09 See all of Josh’s archives from the
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recently updated may be found on the The Right Side Interesting Stuff What He Sees Deborah Venable 01/30/10 He’s had his say so can we please Look at what he really sees? He’s come before us for a year, To tell us what we want to hear, Or so he thinks, but that’s not why He cannot look us in the eye. The truth would never set him free, For he sees what he wants to see. Truth he doesn’t understand, For lies are all he’s ever planned. He has no interest in the views Of people he would then abuse. A leader, as the word implies, Could prove that he is truly wise, Through all the things that he has done, Which tell us all why he’s the one That we should follow, come what may, And hear just what he has to say. We’ve listened, though he says we’ve not, We’ve seen our ever-dwindling lot Played out upon his actor’s stage, Where he cannot begin to guage Effects of acts he forces still Against the people and their will. What he sees as he looks out Across this land that’s full of doubt, Is not that beacon on the hill Where people come to drink their fill Of freedom, sweet with honey’s taste, And heritage we must not waste. No. What he sees does
not reflect Anything but great defect That only he must change and show How wrong the Founders were, you know, To document our rights from God Instead of governmental nod. He does not see a nation strong, And will not say that he is wrong, To wish that we would lose our pride In principles he can’t abide. Our very freedom can’t allow This land to ever take that bow. He’s not an ideologue, says he. He thinks we simply cannot see That policies he would dictate Preclude inviting a debate. But if we question not his rule, He’d be the king and we the fool! He lectures with a boldness new, Without respect for any who Would disagree with his desire To see our liberties expire With policies that he’d impose To saddle us with wretched woes. I’ve had my say, and that’s my right, And I thank God for this insight Which tells me every single day That for my country I should pray. And yes, even for this man That God’s included in His plan. Hatred’s not the Christian way To get our point across and say That what he sees does not define America that’s yours and mine. For what he sees will never be If we, the people, remain free! Story Time – 08/22/09 New
Feature with an invitation to write one yourself! This
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