Today, they stand as beacons of light, shining example to the next generation of what we can accomplish with our God-given talents, the freedoms we enjoy, the opportunities available in our nation and, yes, a whole lot of determination.

As for how I answer the house/home question…

When I reflect on America’s history, I also think about my family and the legacy of my forefathers and foremothers.

George Washington viewed freedom much like Grandma did-as a fundamentally internal or spiritual power rather than as a physical or political state.

With that act, America became a home for my family-one that gives us freedom: the freedom to use our God-given abilities for our own benefit and the freedom to pursue happiness according to our own lights.

The next generation has those freedoms, so let’s invest our time teaching them how make America their home.