The issue of abortion comes up and I was quiet. The issue of same sex marriage comes up and I am quieter still..I ask myself why. Why when others are so vocal do I stand on the sidelines and watch and wonder and wait..because it is easier to avoid, to just smile or not offer up what I believe while others are waving flags and marching,making sure everyone knows what they believe. My heart is sadde...ned within, for all I have ever taught students to do was take a stand, be counted,and I stood neutral.

And so here I am, to be counted,to take a stand. I believe with every fiber of my being that abortion is not ever the best choice,and to be avoided if at all possible. It's a child,not a choice..
And I don't believe in same-sex marriage. I think God intends a man and a woman to be married,to share something holy and unique and powerful,something that He made at the beginning of time...These are truths I live by,taught my children,and hopefully my grandchildren someday..I wish with all my heart that more of us who believe this,would stand up and be counted..