“The two hardest things to handle in life are failure & success.“ ~ Anonymous
I was so disappointed last night not to find on TV, the National team’s baseball game. I wanted to watch first draft pick Stephen Strasburg, make his debut as a major league pitcher. I love all stories about finding personal fulfillment in life and career paths. And Americans have had as many stories about finding success and satisfaction in our personal gifts as you could find anywhere else. It is the land of opportunity and the freedoms we enjoy in this country provide a stage on which to rise to heights unknown if you are willing to work for it.
Many immigrants have come to this country pursuing their dreams. I am always in awe of those who have left their native land behind in search for more. It is not an easy thing to do. A suitcase full of determination, vision, good work ethics, dreams and focused aspirations is what is needed for the good life in America. Demanding that all legal immigrants pack living by the laws of our Constitution in their bags, is not too much to ask, is it?
Our country’s pastures, green with opportunity, will remain healthy and productive if our laws protect the freedoms that we enjoy. Do you have a Made It in America story you can share through independent publishing?
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I have relatives from Lebanon who moved to the US during Lebanon’s Civil War in the 1970s and 80s, have built successful careers and are raising a new generation of Lebanese Americans.
The history of my family has certainly been enriched by our immigrant heritage and experience in Australia, the US and other countries. My mother and I have often spoken about recording our family stories for future generations.
Sue, your thoughtful and encouraging posts are a regular reminder to me that I ought take action, and that independent publishing is a valuable tool to keep in mind.
Marie, Thank you for your comment, and family tales told through independent publishing are often interesting to non-family members also. Many can relate to feelings, experiences and geographical references associated with immigration. Look forward to seeing a book in print from you, so I can learn more about what your family experienced in a coming to a new country.