Giveaway! National Security Mom! Ends TODAY HURRY!

Published Saturday, January 24, 2009 9:10 AM

                                          

So I have been reading this book, called National Security Mom: Why Going Soft Will Make America Strong by Gina M. Bennett

The book is available from AMAZON for $19.20 (and free shipping for orders $25 or more)

It's really interesting - and very unique as it presents security issues from a female perspective. Not only that but from a MOM's perspective.
The author draws similarities between how we parent, and how to 'parent' our nation.

Gina M. Bennett has spent over 20 years in the US Intelligence Community and working in counterterrorism.

She is also the proud mother of 5.

The book aims to empower all, but mothers in particular to apply the common sense rules we use raising our children to deal with our country's issues.

"By comparing the expertise parents gain while running their households to the skills required to govern, "National Security Mom" empowers America's parents to engage with confidence in the public national security debate. The simple premise, that everything we need to know about securing our nation we have learned from our family life, offers hope that no matter what security challenges America faces, our nation will be proud and secure." (Amazon Review)

While parenting is a major part of the book’s theme, it is more likely to be of interest to readers looking for current events, national security, and foreign policy debates. It’s not a politically dense book, but a highly approachable read, with anecdotes from Bennett’s personal work and parenting experiences highlighting her recommendations.

To help promote the book, I was lucky enough to be asked to give away a really cool long sleeve tee with the National Security Mom emblem on it valued at $23.99! Shirt comes in sizes small to 2x.

To have a shot at winning this awesome prize all you need to do is tell me ONE value you believe is of utmost importance in instilling in our children.

You do NOT have to be a mom or a parent to enter, but you do have to be a US resident.

Winner will be chosen randomly from all entries received by Sunday, January 25th, 11:59 pm EST
 
ONE ENTRY PER PERSON!    

 

by Sandi

Comments

# slokay said on Monday, January 05, 2009 5:54 PM

I think it is important to raise your child to respect others by treating them as they would want to be treated.

# j15bell said on Monday, January 05, 2009 7:49 PM

The top value I believe is of utmost importance to instill in my children would be the ability to become an independent adult.  This includes being able to support their selves and potentially support their family when and if needed singularly.  There are times we are not in control with what our universe throws at us.

The benefits of this independence will hopefully hand them the tools needed to have a great work ethic so sorely missed in our country lately.

If I will be able to provide them this independence through hard work and allowing them to mature in the way we all have at those specific age stages they should come away being productive adults.  With the ability to walk a life being kind, considerate and compassionate to everyone they encounter.  Without needing to know the rest of that individuals story.

Too many times I have seen parents mistake knowledge  for maturity.  This is usually a result of the parents indulgence in allowing their children access to mature subject matter via the many forms of technology.

Let them experience life slowly, allowing them to make mistakes, experience consequences within reason, back up threatened consequences and be around when they make huge mistakes while they are under your roof.  Hopefully when they are out on their own.  They really are!

# soccer ref said on Monday, January 05, 2009 9:51 PM

One value that parents should be sure to instill in their children is a respect for authority. Too often we see young people running rampant with an attitude of "you can't make me." What has happened to respect? When did we abdicate authority? Children need to learn that people in a position of authority (because of position or age) should be shown respect. Is there an exception to this? Yes, of course. There are times when it is reasonable to expect a child to realize that someone is abusing their authority or misusing it. At times like this, they need to understand that not all people handle authority well, but that there is an inherent trust that must be kept when one is given authority. And occassionally they may find themselves in a position to step around that person and go to someone else of a higher authority. They are still respecting the position, but understanding the human nature that goes along with it.

# fleur_de_lis said on Wednesday, January 07, 2009 9:47 PM

I think all of these are extremely important as well, and I am going to add one more. I think it is important to teach your children not to quit--if they start something, they should finish it. Too many kids give up when the going gets tough and never see things through to the end.

# scoutmom said on Sunday, January 11, 2009 9:59 PM

One of the most important values I strive to teach my children is honesty...To understand the importance of telling the truth, of doing an honest days work, to be honest in their expectations.

# mitzi said on Friday, January 16, 2009 10:23 PM

First and foremost is to teach children tolerance for all beings.

# Sandi said on Monday, January 26, 2009 12:11 PM

We have a winner!!!

Congratulations to Soccer-Ref! Your shirt is on its way!