The Pilgrims had their firm beliefs in how they wanted to live and worship. With great courage and faith they sailed to an unknown land to establish a new life, relying on themselves and their ingenuity. With some help from new friends, their self-reliance created abundance and they celebrated their success with their friends in thanksgiving.
That self-reliant spirit is still alive, though it is in danger as the hand-out line in Washington lengthens. Michelle Malkin tells about a courageous woman and her courageous family who aren't "victims" looking for the government to help them. They do for themselves and feel blessed they live in a nation in which they have the opportunity to re-invent their lives following tragedy.
