Parenting and Values When Rogan was born, Traia was able to take an extended leave from work in order to be a full-time mom during the important first year, and we are fortunate enough to be able to do that again for our second child.   Since we live in close proximity to two major urban centers, we can provide our children with lots of opportunities to learn by visiting world-class zoos, museums, science centers, and theatres.  We also enjoy getting away once in a while, particularly for fun at the beach.  Education is a priority for us, and we feel that living in a family involved in academic life will instill the value of learning in our children.  We have been teaching a love of language, books, and science, as well as a deep appreciation of the natural world and our place in it.  (It must be working because our son is an outdoor fanatic who is fascinated with natural phenomena.)  We are not religious, but have strong values based on the twin pillars of freedom and responsibility.  A respect for work well done is also something our children will learn, since we both come from blue-collar backgrounds.  We’re not in the least bit snooty and will never lead a fancy lifestyle, no matter how much fortune may shine on us.  At our house it’s kick off your boots, come on in, and relax.