tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32175001.post6142249341477992837..comments2023-08-15T04:49:10.545-04:00Comments on Nanna's Reflections: The American DreamMaxinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00040368808197747483noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32175001.post-68830857221415125912008-10-04T15:50:00.000-04:002008-10-04T15:50:00.000-04:00My vision of The American Dream is to bring back t...My vision of The American Dream is to bring back to this great country of the United States of America something that we as a nation have lost: God Consciousness. In this way, the Holy Spirit can do His work and the Father's eternal purpose will prevail which is expressed to us through the truth of the Bible and through the example and loving sacrifice of God the Son, our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.<BR/><BR/>Also, here's that link to my son's blog I talked about. He had to do a school assignment about the American Dream.<BR/><BR/>www.restingcontent.blogspot.com<BR/><BR/>Thanks Maxine for posting these thought-provoking posts!Susan Skitthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13871921369901815459noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32175001.post-73412834651893467452008-09-24T23:16:00.000-04:002008-09-24T23:16:00.000-04:00Hi Maxine-What is the American dream for me? Freed...Hi Maxine-<BR/>What is the American dream for me? Freedom - freedom to worship: freedom to talk about God, pray in public, choose which church I want to go to, to talk with others about God; freedom to work at the job of my choice, to be able to spend/give my money as I wish - not give it to the government to be used as others dictate; freedom to teach my grandchildren my values.<BR/>I look forward to reading your series,Maxine. Thanks for visiting my blog! Kriskrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18371766274422679090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32175001.post-66967182084634725902008-09-24T17:11:00.000-04:002008-09-24T17:11:00.000-04:00i think you have a wonderful idea here and i hope ...i think you have a wonderful idea here and i hope it brings bloggers to a new level of understanding and respect for each other and opposing political parties, as we enter into the election, instead of judging each other and making the gap between us even wider.<BR/><BR/>my idea of the american dream is to continue to live in a country that is based on freedom and diversity. i want to be respected as a christian but i want those who don't have my same beliefs to be respected in the same way. i'd like to live in a country where people have integrity, show respect, and know the meaning of responsibility.<BR/><BR/>i want the generations that follow me to have the opportunity to receive the best in education and then to have a job that uses that education.<BR/><BR/>i want my son to go through 4-8 years of higher education without the fear or reality of being drafted to go to war.<BR/><BR/>i want to live where love, kindness, and compassion is the norm, not the exception.<BR/><BR/>thank you maxine for giving us a voice to express our feelings....https://www.blogger.com/profile/02410214795470767158noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32175001.post-86213262047093197372008-09-24T16:54:00.000-04:002008-09-24T16:54:00.000-04:00Hello, friend!Thank you for coming by and letting ...Hello, friend!<BR/><BR/>Thank you for coming by and letting me know about this... I must confess, I tend to worry more than I should, but in the midst of times like these, it is too heart-wrenching to do so as I look into the eyes of my husband and little ones, rest my hand on a belly ripe for giving birth, and wonder what I'm bringing these children into...<BR/><BR/>I will ponder for a bit and try to come by again... my mind is a jumble with what I've read here- your words and others- I want to make sure what I say is my own!<BR/><BR/>Thank you, Maxine, for prodding us so gently...Elise @A Path Made Straighthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01457659796611169345noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32175001.post-31405674899090066972008-09-24T15:12:00.000-04:002008-09-24T15:12:00.000-04:00What an amazing idea!!The American Dream - I think...What an amazing idea!!<BR/><BR/>The American Dream - I think that I would love to see my children grow up (they're 6, 3 and 1) to live where they can worship God as they feel led without fear of rejection or ridicule. That they will not be persecuted for their beliefs, but that people will be drawn to them and the Lord they serve. And, that people will be less selfish and self-serving and want to meet the needs of those less fortunate.Momma Roarhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16585669348993487403noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32175001.post-82017567000576369432008-09-24T14:02:00.000-04:002008-09-24T14:02:00.000-04:00America was founded on freedomThey say America has...America was founded on freedom<BR/><B>They</B> say America has lost her way!<BR/>America has not lost <B>Her</B> way..but Christians have failed..we are no longer allowed to read the Bible, pray, or pledge to the flag in school...<BR/><BR/>We have allowed an entire generation to be lost through abortion. <BR/><BR/>My dream for America is that we as Christians will hold firm to our beliefs...<BR/>We should study the platforms of the political candidates this year...and <B>pray before we vote</B><BR/><BR/>My Hope and desire is that America could once again be brought back to the position of being <B>"One Nation Under God, With Liberty and Justice for all"</B><BR/>Thank you for posting this Maxine and allowing us to really <B>Think</B> about what our Country means to us.<BR/>MimiMimihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05829978526818067941noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32175001.post-81498329265178945772008-09-24T13:41:00.000-04:002008-09-24T13:41:00.000-04:00My American Dream is, as many have already stated,...My American Dream is, as many have already stated, that America would acknowledge that we are one nation under God. I also would love to see more tolerance for Christians. It scares me to think how others would never even think of speaking against different religions except Christianity. <BR/><BR/>We are not being persecuted like our brothers in sisters in foreign countries, but our country could be headed in that direction if the mocking and hateful attitudes against Christians do not change. So I would really love to see "libery and justice for all". <BR/><BR/>Thank you for writing this post Mrs. R. I can tell you put a lot of thought and time into it. Two thumbs up!<BR/><BR/>Love in Christ,<BR/>SaraSarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15561731276229223247noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32175001.post-55909535705180351692008-09-24T11:23:00.000-04:002008-09-24T11:23:00.000-04:00Maxine, I wanted to let you know I linked to this ...Maxine, I wanted to let you know I linked to this post on my blog today.<BR/>SusanSusanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11360047123820906113noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32175001.post-85893736850107965832008-09-24T10:58:00.000-04:002008-09-24T10:58:00.000-04:00My American Dream is that we would live in a count...My American Dream is that we would live in a country that recognizes God as our Father, that we would TRULY be a nation "under God." I wish my kids to grow up in an environment that doesn't hate and spurn the things that are true, right, noble, just and of good report. I would like to live in a nation that is less politically correct and more spiritually aware.Beverlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09631380533923755430noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32175001.post-52384878254309175552008-09-24T09:42:00.000-04:002008-09-24T09:42:00.000-04:00My American dream would be to live in a country th...My American dream would be to live in a country that is a Christian country using the Bible as their rule book for life. That being and having rock solid convictions would be the norm. If that could not be had, that I would have the freedom to be what the Word of God would want me to be without ridicule. I would want a country where living right and clean would be the norm...that kindness would reign and that I felt my vote would count. I would live in a land that would consider the child in the womb as a child, not a fetus....I guess I could go on forever. I am glued way to much to FOX news and some talk radio these days too Maxine.<BR/>blessings to you as you start this series.<BR/>~Deby~~Debyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03288057520112643825noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32175001.post-74545206070092342252008-09-24T08:59:00.000-04:002008-09-24T08:59:00.000-04:00A country that will fear, honor, and worship their...A country that will fear, honor, and worship their true Creator. A fair country. A free and safe country from all outside evils. <BR/><BR/>This is my "dream" although I am sure I could name quite a few more things that I would want in this "dream" as well!Neesiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00518953963230719089noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32175001.post-33619461347001291532008-09-23T23:50:00.000-04:002008-09-23T23:50:00.000-04:00Maxine, what a wonderful, and I am sure, God inspi...Maxine, what a wonderful, and I am sure, God inspired concept. I agree with others this will help each of us to put down in words what our hearts are really thinking.<BR/><BR/>The American Dream for me is for this country to return to the God fearing foundation on which it was built. One cannot visit D.C. without coming away knowing this for a fact when God's word is inscribed on all the buildings and in the writings of our forefathers.<BR/>I want my country to be like it was when I was growing up: a man's word was important, his reputation and standing in the community mattered, most everyone I knew attended Church and worshiped God, the schools actually taught us, not only the basics of education but respect and responsibility. People were willing to give a days labor for a days pay, without a boss looking over their shoulder, etc. <BR/><BR/>Most of all I long to see revival in our land and men and woman who put God first and always in every decision they make when voting and passing legislation. I long for true values and contentment with what we have and not always striving for the next dollar no matter what.<BR/><BR/>I've said a lot, but I guess to sum it up......get back to basics of the Golden Rule.<BR/>SusanSusanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11360047123820906113noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32175001.post-38003869976570203752008-09-23T22:57:00.000-04:002008-09-23T22:57:00.000-04:00Maxine, what an excellent discussion starter: what...Maxine, what an excellent discussion starter: what is the American dream for me? I have been struck, especially since visiting foreign countries this summer, how much we take our freedom for granted in this country. That freedom requires me to allow a Muslim or Hindu to worship in a public place, if I want to have the same privilege. And that freedom allows me to teach a Bible study in a nursing home, to pray at a hospital bed, to share an insight from my devotional time. <BR>I want that freedom for my children and grandchildren. I believe that I must teach my children to be thoughtful, discerning people who do not need a nanny to carry them through their days. I believe freedom comes as they (and I) accept responsibility. <BR>I am anxious to watch your series this fall. We need to take this election seriously, and proceed thoughtfully and with prayer. Thanks for tackling this!Kathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08836736433376650097noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32175001.post-64836111148024319642008-09-23T21:51:00.000-04:002008-09-23T21:51:00.000-04:00Goodness, Maxine, you have worked very hard on thi...Goodness, Maxine, you have worked very hard on this.<BR/><BR/>I want us to live in our peaceful, blessed country "under God." It is my hope for America to return to God and the foundations of our fathers, not to abandon Him, leaving Him out of everything. Psalm 33:2 - Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD and the people whom he hath chosen for his own inheritance. <BR/><BR/>I believe we need to pray.<BR/><BR/>2 Chronicles 7:14 - <BR/> If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.Cathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11414636204646241763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32175001.post-12821462714230561132008-09-23T21:35:00.000-04:002008-09-23T21:35:00.000-04:00Maxine, to me the American Dream for me and my chi...Maxine, to me the American Dream for me and my children would be to live in a country that again had a love for God like no other time in history. I would love to be able to say we no longer had to lock our doors like it was when I was young, that your neighbors acted like neighbors and would come over for a cup of tea/coffee and small talk. I would like for it to be a country of which my grandchildren would say 'it gets no better than this' - they would be getting the needed high education, the ability to have a great job with good pay, the ability to have a nice home, and their lives would have been enriched by the people they have met throughout their lives.<BR/><BR/>The American Dream is not about prosperity, but about posterity - that we leave to our children a world in which they are safe, loved, nurtured, inspired, and above all, not ashamed to say "I am a child of God."Barbarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15762588867431355249noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32175001.post-58615215634296752392008-09-23T19:59:00.000-04:002008-09-23T19:59:00.000-04:00Dear Maxine, sometimes I am so amazed when I come ...Dear Maxine, sometimes I am so amazed when I come to your blog. When you speak, it could be things that I would say. Oh, maybe not with the same words but with the same meaning. I think that it is our "sister" realationship in the Lord that causes us to think so much alike. <BR/><BR/>I am anxious to read every sentence that you write. I think that I will learn much and understand even maybe more. So, I will pray for you as you do this series. May God give you the Words and the wisdom to know exactly what to write. Looking forward with great antisicipation. <BR/><BR/>Thank you for all the prayers that you prayed for me and my family and friends and especially the birth of our new Great Grandbaby during the hurricane. God is so very good to us and I thank Him with all my heart. For friends like you especially. connieTO BECOMEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01358989235076877037noreply@blogger.com