My greatest desire is to help my fellow Americans, and I strongly believe that writing is a form of communication that can help many.
As Americans, no matter what ethnic group or political affiliation, we want the best for our children, our families as a whole, and our country. I believe the best work we can do starts in our homes, beginning with our children, who are our future leaders. Our children must experience love from their caretakers. By receiving love, they will be able to give love inside and outside of the home.
Children should be taught morals related to honesty and integrity, which will help them to challenge life situations without compromise. This will help them to be better at fact-finding in education. It will enhance their desire to be honest in relationships of all kinds, romantic, family, employment, friendship, etc.
They need to be taught about the importance of having God in their lives, and the glorious reward of being able to enter the kingdom of heaven.
Children must know the benefits and importance of education and how a solid education can establish a strong foundation for reaching future goals.
They must know the deadly nature of drug abuse in any form−tobaccos (in all forms), alcohol, opioids, amphetamines, marijuana, etc. Our children need to know the necessity to avoid any type of criminal behavior and how it leads to a torturous life of incarceration and possible early death.
We must spend time with them, helping the children with their homework, to ensure they are working to establish their highest potential in education. Caretakers must be strong role models where honesty and integrity are displayed in our interaction with the children and all others. We must avoid any display of intoxication in the presence of the children. Remember, we are their role models.
We should present a caring, loving and compassionate attitude toward our neighbors and fellow man. We must teach our children the benefits of giving support to our fellow Americans in areas that will uplift us and bring us closer together as a nation.
We are all Americans, and by working together to reach the common goal which is the betterment of our people, we will all be able to live wholesome, more secure, and more pleasurable lives.
We have many challenges ahead; however, by working in unity, we will be victorious through the guidance and power of our almighty God.
Joseph B. Harris lives in Spring Hill and is a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor with 48 years of experience. He is also the author of three books. Go to his website: masteraddictionrecoverycounselor.com where you can purchase his books and view his videos dealing with overcoming addiction to all drugs, including alcohol and tobacco.
