Okay...Reality check time...
#93
Re: Okay...Reality check time...
Honor the Texas flag.
I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible.
or was it the other way ...
#95
Re: Okay...Reality check time...
I guess I'll find out if it's changed on August 27th, when we are all back in school...
#97
Re: Okay...Reality check time...
Texas is famous for being a place all its own. I believe that most Texans consider themselves Texans first, so there's truth to what you say.
Of course, I haven't lived there, so perhaps this is all hearsay. For those of you who do, let me know if I'm incorrect.
Of course, I haven't lived there, so perhaps this is all hearsay. For those of you who do, let me know if I'm incorrect.
#98
Account Closed
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 15,019
Re: Okay...Reality check time...
i'm told there aren't any other states except texas, it is the lone star state
#99
Re: Okay...Reality check time...
...apart, of course, from that tiny piece of Alabama coastline that is *so* like Florida ... but without those pesky Floridians in it!!
#102
Joined: May 2005
Posts: 5,763
Re: Okay...Reality check time...
You would think i should know what she did wouldn't you? She actually only went for a year or so... and I think it would have been about 89/90 ish. She was a spooky looking gothic type... or maybe that was durinng her punk phase? Blue mohican possibly!! I'm sure you'd remember her if you'd seen her!
#104
Re vera, potas bene.
Joined: Jun 2005
Location: Cape Cod MA..Davenport FL
Posts: 2,405
Re: Okay...Reality check time...
Really? For you, maybe. But respectfully, I think there a few million who might disagree. The clue is in realizing that that phrase probably wasn't coined by ex-pats coming over for a few years with a relo package and a waiting job, but by those who carried nothing but a suitcase and a desire for a better life. It's not all just a chapter in the history books either, talk to the Vietnamese restaurant owner, the Indian grocer, even the Korean lady that does nails or the Mexican cleaning lady and it's possible you'll get a different perspective.
For those coming from the UK or other some other western European countries, the "American Dream" probably doesn't exist in the way the phrase was intended. For you, emigrating might be an adventure, a change of pace, a chance to experience a different culture and better weather (the latter depends on location, of course!). For many coming from less fortunate backgrounds the "American Dream" is having the opportunity to take control of their lives and destiny to better their situation. Something they didn't have in the "old country".
Enough with the flag waving, any more and I'd have to start singing "God Bless America" and nobody wants that!
To the OP, FWIW, I think you made the right descision. You're coming here with a lot of things that will prove to be in your favor. Plenty of money, a visa that will ultimately allow you to work, many options on where to live, your destination is one of the greatest Cities in the country and you have the means to return home to the life you left if it doesn't work out for you. As others have said (and better than I), don't expect the U.K., keep an open mind and don't burn the bridge back home!
Good luck!
For those coming from the UK or other some other western European countries, the "American Dream" probably doesn't exist in the way the phrase was intended. For you, emigrating might be an adventure, a change of pace, a chance to experience a different culture and better weather (the latter depends on location, of course!). For many coming from less fortunate backgrounds the "American Dream" is having the opportunity to take control of their lives and destiny to better their situation. Something they didn't have in the "old country".
Enough with the flag waving, any more and I'd have to start singing "God Bless America" and nobody wants that!
To the OP, FWIW, I think you made the right descision. You're coming here with a lot of things that will prove to be in your favor. Plenty of money, a visa that will ultimately allow you to work, many options on where to live, your destination is one of the greatest Cities in the country and you have the means to return home to the life you left if it doesn't work out for you. As others have said (and better than I), don't expect the U.K., keep an open mind and don't burn the bridge back home!
Good luck!
#105
Re: Okay...Reality check time...
Most Indian schools also begin the day with a pledge:
"India is my country and all Indians are my brothers and sisters.
I love my country and I am proud of its rich and varied heritage.
I shall always strive to be worthy of it.
I shall give respect to my parents, teachers and elders and treat everyone with courtesy.
To my country and my people, I pledge my devotion.
In their well being and prosperity alone lies my happiness."
"India is my country and all Indians are my brothers and sisters.
I love my country and I am proud of its rich and varied heritage.
I shall always strive to be worthy of it.
I shall give respect to my parents, teachers and elders and treat everyone with courtesy.
To my country and my people, I pledge my devotion.
In their well being and prosperity alone lies my happiness."