The 2024 presidential election motivated me to have a birthday do-over

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At the Pittsburgh Ballet Theater Pointe in Time Emerald Gala Today marks a week since my birthday.  Its occurrence is a tremendous blessing. Because all around us are reminders about the fragility of life. To that end, my brother, who always makes a point to celebrate me, took me to the Pittsburgh Ballet Theater's Pointe in Time Emerald Gala on November 2d. That was the beginning of my birthday celebrations. And then, on my birthday itself, I got a bit of a surprise... My actual birthday was tough. It was Election Day. And, I spent the day working polls as a part of an election protection effort. My efforts were designed to protect all voters. However, deep in my heart I love my AKA sister, Kamala Harris and I hoped for her historic victory. Then, much to my chagrin and despite my efforts—and those of thousands more—she lost. In my estimation, that loss was one of the greatest setbacks in human dignity in my lifetime.  The country elected a felon and self-proclaimed, racist, ableis
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Working Mom Tip: Great Books for Kids

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Every working mom wants to raise strong, respectful, honorable kids of good character. We also want to raise kids who will always willingly and happily do their homework and their chores.  The homework and chores may be tough, but there is help for you to raise kids with good character.
 
We love reading to our daughter and have since she was born. Having her sit on my lap as I rock her in the chair and read to her are one of my favorite things to do. We also like whenever the books we read reinforce the lessons we try to teach her.
 
I was pleasantly surprised when I found a list of picture books that are designed to support character lessons. I even learned the six pillars of character, which are trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring and citizenship

Picture Books to Support Character Education Lessons


Visit this link to find the list of books.

http://www.apsva.us/cms/lib2/VA01000586/Centricity/Domain/287/character-traits-hfj.pdf
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Location: Pittsburgh, PA, USA

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