Pilgrim's Perspective on our Economy, Politics and Modern Life.

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As often happens with me I begin thinking about an issue and end up way out in left field on a seemingly unrelated topic.

I started pondering today's economic crisis, Obama's and McCain's histories and campaigns, and the world's military and political situation. I ended up on "Mourt's Relation" and studying the Pilgrim's arrival and survival at Plymouth. The result of the unbridled chaos of the Doctor's mind.

What I found was an amazing story of the first failure of Socialism in the New World, an incredibly faithful people, and a strong community completely incapable of whining and victim hood. We would not be here if it were any other way. I am proud to be descended from that community.

Please read it. The language makes it interesting, if a little difficult to read, but there's much to learn. The basic concerns of man haven't changed much in 400 years. Spirituality, family, community, prosperity, justice and liberty. The struggle for the balance of power and freedom. The allocation of truly scarce resources. The tension of real world chaos and religious idealism. And the absolute necessity of integrity and character in leadership.

It really put our current situation in perspective for me. What a beautiful world, great country, wonderful people, and merciful God. We are truly blessed! Let's not forget it...