Good Book: Little House on the Prairie

Life on the Prairie is simple. There are no TV screens, DS games or Polly Pockets. The girls enjoyed a quiet, theatrical afternoon playing Mary & Laura Wilder. We even had a Prairie inspired dinner - cooked by these pioneers!

Don't forget good ol' Jack (the dog)!

I Do Not Choose to Be a Common Man

It is my right to be uncommon - if I can.

I seek opportunity - not security. I do not wish to be a kept citizen, humbled and dulled by having the state look after me.

I want to take the calculated risk; to dream and to build, to fail and succeed.

I refuse to barter incentive for a dole. I prefer the challenges of life to the guaranteed existence; the thrill of fulfillment to the stale calm utopia.

I will not trade freedom for beneficence nor my dignity for a handout. I will never cower before any master nor bend to any threat.

It is my heritage to stand erect, proud and unafraid; to think and act for myself, enjoy the benefit of my creations and to face the world boldly and say, "This I have done."

By Dean Alfange