America, the beautiful

["superpat" <superpat@gateway.net>]

> Finally...(and it amazes me, but I am sure to recieve flames for this...)
you
> will learn what an enormous blessing from God it is that you are an
American.
> It may sound scmaltzy, and, as I said, there's a few people out there who
> will privately flame me for saying this but..... America is the greatest
> country on earth.
> Try it, Renee, and if you have more questions, let me know.
> Michelle
> MBlanchrd@aol.com
> Oly, WA
You get no argument here. I am reminded almost every day how fortunate I am
to live in a country where I can think and speak my own words and thoughts
without fear. I was riding in the mountains today and my friend and I were
commenting on what a diverse and beautiful country America is. That we can
immerse ourselves in our passion (horses for those who haven't guessed as
much) without being rich or beholden to anyone. Several years ago, I went on
a trek in Nepal and hiked to the base of Mt. Everest. I saw spectacular
mountains and scenery and met some of the most gentle and beautiful people
on earth. When I stepped off of the plane in Seattle one month later, I
wanted to kiss the ground. Nope, you get no arguments here.
Pat Super