Every morning my kids work on memorizing the Declaration of Independence. So far they have memorized the first two paragraphs (When in the course of human events… and We hold these truths…). I want them to learn it because I didn’t and most of my generation didn’t. I want them to know and understand it’s important principles. Well this week our hard work paid off! I happened to be listening to some replays from the Republican debates on the radio and when Mitt Romney said the words, “all men are created equal and have a right to life liberty and the pursuit of happiness” Cade piped up in the backseat, “Hey mom! That’s from the Declaration!” I of course was grinning from ear to ear, thrilled that he recognized it so easily and that he was excited he knew something that presidential candidates know. How many 2nd graders do you know who can do that? I’m only partially bragging here. I think it is worrisome for the future of our country that most of my peers can’t even repeat the Declaration of Independence. How will these principles be passed on if we don’t even know them? Then a few days later I was listening to a talk show where they mentioned those words again and Levi, this time called out, “Mom! We know that!” Even my 4 year old, who hasn’t actually memorized it yet, recognizes the words. I have to say, it made this mother proud! I’m doing at least ONE thing right!