Is that mindset meaningfully different from ordinary politics? After all, every political movement seeks victory. Adherents of every political ideology want to grow their ranks. Every political party tries to take power from its opponents. And the signaling of yard signers seems sincerely intended to be virtuous — George, a Lutheran Christian, called his sign a "theologically-driven" effort to love his neighbors well. These are not Václav Havel's greengrocer, submissively putting up signs reflecting the dominant political ideology because if they "were to refuse, there could be trouble." Kristin Garvey is hardly what you'd call a political activist. She's a soft-spoken youth services librarian in Madison, Wisconsin, and a mom of two. When the story of the sign is told, she shies away from taking credit. "I've never been real comfortable," she says, "because I don't feel like I did much." How scary could a girl trapped inside a VHS tape be? Oh, wait. Maybe she’s down in that creepy well. Or maybe she’s not as “trapped” as everyone thinks! Just don’t watch the tape to find out. Kudos to actor Rie Ino’o who (despite all that hair in her face) for creating a new horror icon for the ’90s, and honorable mention to Daveigh Chase for reprising the spooky role for the surprisingly solid 2002 American remake. I understand the signal that they think they’re putting out there: that of a loving, accepting, open-minded, ultra-civilized citizen of the world. But what is the signal they’re really sending? What is the message being received by those who either disagree with the underlying value judgments or would never think to display them in such an in-your-face manner? I realize the idea of deliberately designing opportunities to teach virtues in a meaningful way can sound less like fun and more like yet another item for your never-ending to-do list. As a mom of two little girls, I understand where most parents are sitting today. We are wiped out yet yearning for more. The urgent is pushing out important things. What matters in the next ten minutes is pulling us away from what will matter in ten years.” -Courtney DeFeo, We Will Giggle, pg. 9

Because pushing the envelope is what speeds progress (add the quotation marks, if you like), they’ll throw this one up there too: All Genders Are Whole, Holy & Good. The more scientifically minded may do a double take on this one, but that’s all you’re allowed. To actually question the science behind this recent take — even if you’re a scientist — is enough to get you canceled. Gender is an infinite spectrum completely independent of sex, and kids can recognize whether they are transgender while still in diapers (or, more recently, while female, teenage and mentally ill or, often, autistic). To argue otherwise is to reveal yourself a caveperson in need of “education,” which the trans activists are more than happy to provide. To even suggest that teenagers suddenly identifying as transgender should receive counseling to examine where their feelings of gender dysphoria stem from (as opposed to immediate, unquestioning affirmation) is enough to lose one’s license to practice. The growing ranks of detransitioners and the lawsuits they bring with them are swept under the rug.We laughed our way through this book with its honest snapshot of all that comes with being a parent. We also were seriously inspired to invite our kids into a life filled with virtues. Courtney takes the guesswork out of it by giving parents creative and practical ways to seize everyday moments and make following Jesus fun!” Original design [ edit ] Protesters with a sign inspired by the "We Believe" design at the 2017 Women's March.

No matter what the protest is, you can yank this out of your lawn and you're good to go," says Jennifer Rosen Heinz, one of those Wisconsin women. Regardless of lost revenue, Finger is proud and pleased that the words on the sign have become what she calls "the heart of the progressive movement" — a litmus test, in effect, for the entire political left. Other topics include: joy, love, forgiveness, faith, patience, perseverance, respect, responsibility, service, humility, and generosity. Thank you Courtney for this valuable resource that is helping families giggle, grow and get serious about the things that will matter ten years from now. Still, the sign stands as one of the more enduring legacies of Trump-era resistance. As a political credo, it is more bold and memorable than anything the Democratic party has come up with in the last four years. Whether its central message survives, or collapses into a thousand more personal versions, the sign has already done a great deal of good.I learned that all of these points, play a fundamental role in human development and that they will lead us through a path of grace, restoration and the pursuit of the empowerment of our essences, to leave an indelible print for ourselves, our families, friends, beloved ones and therefore, to future generations, as well. If you’re looking for real-life ways to become a more proactive instead of reactive parent, you should read this book. Courtney DeFeo gives us personalized and practical ideas for building love and laughter into our children so we can actually develop an intentional plan for investing in them.” Each chapter focuses on one virtue that is key for developing your child’s character. Along with insights into how this virtue plays out in the nitty-gritty of life, Courtney includes a memory verse, activity ideas, and discussion questions to reinforce that virtue throughout the month. Here you’ll find a full year of ways to draw your children closer to God through delightful antics like Family Olympics, One Fancy Feast, and Light ’Em Up.