Whereas, The most precious and valuable asset of our state is our children,
and the future of our society depends largely on the emotional, social, physical
and intellectual growth of these most cherished individuals; and,
Whereas, We look to parents in protecting and guiding their children and inspiring
in them the importance of honesty, respect, education, empathy, service and
determination; and,
Whereas, Parents who nurture, love and guide their children help them develop
into healthy, caring, loving, responsible and contributing citizens; and,
Whereas, Informed parenting adds stability and strength to the lives of our
children and also helps to reduce social problems such as substance abuse, school
failure, teenage pregnancy, violence and crime; and,
Whereas, Providing and promoting education and resources for the development
of parenting skills will greatly contribute toward improving the quality of
life for our entire Michigan family which will benefit future generations throughout
both peninsulas of our great state; and,
Whereas, Establishing March as Parenting Awareness Month provides an opportunity
to reflect and celebrate individuals who have embraced the challenge of parenthood;
it is also an opportunity to promote parenting education, parent involvement
and parent networks throughout our state; and now therefore be it
Resolved, That I, Jennifer M. Granholm, Governor of the State of Michigan,
do hereby proclaim March 2004, as Parenting Awareness Month in Michigan.
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