"An expansive and detailed reconsideration of what counts as an opinion in the age of social media"--

Nearly 50 years after an apocalyptic war that almost wiped out the human race and all technology, Claire and her friends find themselves in a tough situation. Only a handful of people know about the king's rise to power and the things he hid from his people, and now the secrets are about to cause more problems than they fixed. Can they discover the truth with the help of an unexpected source? Will their personal lives survive the upcoming dilemmas? Or will they find that instead of being entitled to a free life and happiness, they are just entitled to trouble?

“But everyone else has it.” “If you loved me, you’d get it for me!” When you hear these comments from your kids, it can be tough not to cave. You love your children—don’t you want them to be happy and to fit in? Kristen Welch knows firsthand it’s not that easy. In fact, she’s found out that when you say yes too often, it’s not only hard on your peace of mind and your wallet—it actually puts your kids at long-term risk. In Raising Grateful Kids in an Entitled World, Kristen shares the ups and downs in her own family’s journey of discovering why it’s healthiest not to give their kids everything. Teaching them the difference between “want” and “need” is the first step in the right direction. With many practical tips and anecdotes, she shares how to say the ultimate yes as a family by bringing up faith-filled kids who will love God, serve others, and grow into hardworking, fulfilled, and successful adults. It’s never too late to raise grateful kids. Get ready to cultivate a spirit of genuine appreciation and create a Jesus-centered home in which your kids don’t just say—but mean!—“thank you” for everything they have.

Committee Serial No. 85-20. Considers legislation to consolidate Federal-aid highway laws.