American Mythology

I love the myths of American.   I love all those stories that I grew up on.

I love the myth of the Pilgrims and the first Thanksgiving – – George Washington and the cherry tree – – Betsy Ross and the flag – – Daniel Boone, Davy Crockett  – Lewis and Clark.

I love the myths of the Noble Savage, the American cowboy – – the Oregon Trail –  Abraham Lincoln – -the Alaskan Gold Rush – – the Golden Gate Bridge – – Route 66 – – that any citizen can grow up to be president.

I love the idea of the American Dream – – that anyone – through hard work and perseverance can reach whatever goals they set for themselves.

And, while the reality doesn’t always live up to the stories – – I still believe in the America – as told by it’s myths and legends.