Stephanie Herseth Sandlin: “the words today for the children of America are praise and encouragement. Today is national Absolutely Incredible Kid…”

“the words today for the children of America are praise and encouragement. Today is national Absolutely Incredible Kid Day, a day each of us can reach out to the young people in America in our lives and let them know how much we appreciate them. Sponsored by the Campfire Boys and Girls, Southwest Airlines, Yahoo, PaperMate and caring individuals all across this great Nation, Absolutely Incredible Kids Day is an annual event designed to bring adults and children closer together by encouraging children in a positive and meaningful way and letting them know how important they are in our lives. The goal of Absolutely Incredible Kids Day is for every child in America, every child in America, to receive a letter from an adult in his or her life encouraging him, praising him and letting him know that he is appreciated. It is a simple goal, but a goal that can make a great difference in a child's life. Last year was the Inaugural of Absolutely Incredible Kids Day. Participation throughout the country was absolutely enormous. Everyone from the President of the United States to employees of corporations, to caring individuals sent a letter to let a child know that he or she is special. I urge all my colleagues to reach out to the children of America. As a father of 4, I agree and encourage Members to do that and tell them that it will make a difference.”