Happy Birthday America!
As America celebrates her 237th
birthday it got me thinking what makes a great nation and allows it to live to
such a ripe old age. Other nations have come and gone rather quickly and we
could easily analyze what caused their transformation and demise. But, what
brings success, what brings longevity? What can we do as citizens that depend
on America’s freedom and opportunity to insure she continues to stand and have
a presence in our world?
I imagine it is not much different from a
human that achieves 100 years and beyond. What makes their life long and
successful? Most of the older folks I know have prepared for aging. They had a
plan and followed that plan, making changes here and there as necessary, but
mostly following a proven path based on historical records of other successful,
or unsuccessful, people. Most of the older folks I know have core values. They
have a faith that rises above the challenges and hardships that life brings.
Providence, God’s care, is their evidence to continue on. Most of the older
folks I know have healthy support systems; a network of fellow humans that make
life worth getting up and out of bed. Most
of the older folks I know are industrious. They are off their rockers and
engaged in productive activities. They are giving rather than receiving. And
finally, they are persistent. They never give up!
Sticking to a plan, core
values, faith, support systems, industriousness, and persistence seem to be
aging secrets. It is easy to see that some of America’s challenges for survival
are dependent on these things. Straying from the Constitution, losing core
values, leaving our faith, erosion of the family, growth of welfare dependency,
and apathy with hedonistic living do not seem to be helping.
How many more birthdays
will America celebrate? How many Independence Days will we enjoy with her?
Today I believe we should recommit our support to America; America, the land
that we love, we respect you and honor you, and we cherish our freedom. May God
bless and keep you! Happy Birthday!
Mario diGesu Truth or Consequences 7/3.13
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