Skyrad 0 #1 March 24, 2004 We hear alot about 'The American way!' What is 'The American way' How is it different to anyone elses way? So what does the American way mean to you? Does it still exist or is it simply a throw back to yester year?When an author is too meticulous about his style, you may presume that his mind is frivolous and his content flimsy. Lucius Annaeus Seneca Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chuteless 1 #2 March 24, 2004 The American Way....is real. Ive always said, the American Way is Go Big..or Go home ....you CAN do it. As per the (yuk) Canadian Way...go small and hope you can do it. Canadians will invest 10 cents and want a dollar return Americans will invest a dollar, and if they get 10 cents return they are grateful, because they know thats only the beginning...of many dollars return in later years I like the American Way better. And then you have the Iraqi way, the Mexican way, the French way (surrender), the italian way, and every other misguided way. I'll take the American way every time. Bill Cole D-41 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cocheese 0 #3 March 24, 2004 Doing things right the first time with pride and no regrets and on time.Like so many amazing things in this country. It can also mean taking the easy fat lazy stupid route.Duck tape ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
meltdown 0 #4 March 24, 2004 Less talking - more doing; People taking care of themselves and their families and not relying on taxpayer handouts; Capitalism - the best system devised by man to get the most money in the most people's hands; The ability for the average person to do great things, unencumbered by an overbearing government and high taxes; private property ownership; kicking the living shit out of those that would kill or hurt you; standing on your own two goddamn feet! Etcetera. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,584 #5 March 24, 2004 To me, it's brash, a little loud, with some braggadoccio. But in the long run, it generally gets the short-term results desired by the person taking action, with some folks being pissed off. But the American way is also not to care what others think because they take care of themselves and their families. If that gets in the way of someone else taking care of themselves and their families, well, tough shit. But they might help you when they realize it. Or they might just call you a whiner. Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 226 #6 March 24, 2004 QuoteLess talking - more doing; People taking care of themselves and their families and not relying on taxpayer handouts; Capitalism - the best system devised by man to get the most money in the most people's hands; The ability for the average person to do great things, unencumbered by an overbearing government and high taxes; private property ownership; kicking the living shit out of those that would kill or hurt you; standing on your own two goddamn feet! Etcetera. No that's the Republican way. Turn it 180 degrees and you have the democrat way. Make them fight and argue - spend all kinds of money - bash each other and be lacking in moral principal is the American way of POLITICS. Striving to better yourself - and actually having (if you want to work hard enough) the means to do it - THAT is the American Way.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
markd_nscr986 0 #7 March 24, 2004 Naw, that's not the American way.....that's the "Texan" way!Marc SCR 6046 SCS 3004 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rehmwa 2 #8 March 24, 2004 1 - It's about individuals achieving regardless of where they started (royalty, aristocracy does not matter). And they do it without false help but earning as you go. 2 - It's about freedom, that takes us back to the self sufficient individual - it's the antithesis to socialism and communism. Teamwork is for the sake of the people on the team not putting down the individuals for sake of the team. In our teams, an individual can shine and it helps everyone and that person is not resented but emulated. 3 - It's about choosing to help each other, not having it mandated 4 - It's about respecting toughness, talent, creativity and intelligence it's a lot like skydiving - it's exactly like skydiving (It's also a lot like many people in other countries) ... Driving is a one dimensional activity - a monkey can do it - being proud of your driving abilities is like being proud of being able to put on pants Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shotgun 1 #9 March 24, 2004 Well, I was going to say it was about eating cheeseburgers and apple pie, but then I read rehmwa's post and decided that he has a much better definition. And I think this website has some good info: People For the American Way Mmmm, cheeseburgers and apple pie...... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rehmwa 2 #10 March 24, 2004 QuoteMmmm, cheeseburgers and apple pie...... I'm changing mine to the above. Mmmmmm PI nice avatar ... Driving is a one dimensional activity - a monkey can do it - being proud of your driving abilities is like being proud of being able to put on pants Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelel01 1 #11 March 24, 2004 Hmmm, I was gonna be a smartass and say the American Way is suing over needless shit until you're rich beyond your wildest dreams . . . Guess I'm just a big cynic. Kelly Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kennedy 0 #12 March 24, 2004 Some good definitions but I wanted to throw my hat into the ring. It's intrepid spirit and underdog resiliency. It's refusing to follow lock step simply because you're told to do so. It's being OK with people's bad pasts as long as they are honest about it. It's being able to do what needs to be done. It's part of the stuff put into the Retrosexual thread. It's a cross between "for the lord is with me" and "I am the baddest mother F-er in the valley." It's respect for your elders and women while reserving the ability to tell anyone alive to go to hell. It's loving your country even if you hate the current political leaders. It's one part MacGuiver, one part biker, one part charity worker, and three parts John Wayne character collage. "I won't be wronged, I won't be insulted, and I won't be laid a hand on. I don't do these things to other people and I require the same from them." This is just the tip of the iceberg, but to me, THAT'S the American Way.witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1* Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kennedy 0 #13 March 24, 2004 Maybe she's right. It's going from baseball and apple pie to gorging yourself on apple pie until you're disgustingly obese then suing the baker.witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1* Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydyvr 0 #14 March 24, 2004 QuoteTo me, it's brash, a little loud, with some braggadoccio. But in the long run, it generally gets the short-term results desired by the person taking action, with some folks being pissed off. But the American way is also not to care what others think because they take care of themselves and their families. Gee, your description of the American Way sure does paint us up to be a sorry lot . . . . . . and does a poor job of explaining how we have become the most powerful, innovative, and *giving* collection of people the world has ever seen. . . =(_8^(1) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #15 March 24, 2004 Both optimists and pessimists contribute to the society. The optimist invents the aeroplane, the pessimist the parachute. — George Bernard Shaw Aeroplane~ U.S. Parachute~ France! It's history not mystery ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
juanesky 0 #16 March 24, 2004 bwaahahahaha..."According to some of the conservatives here, it sounds like it's fine to beat your wide - as long as she had it coming." -Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gmanpilot 0 #17 March 24, 2004 The American Way: Eschewing the tendency to point a finger while claiming ownership of our opportunities. It's not a guarantee of success. It's a guarantee of the chance to succeed._________________________________________ -There's always free cheese in a mouse trap. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jakee 1,594 #18 March 24, 2004 QuoteParachute~ France! Does this mean I can't hate the french any more?Do you want to have an ideagasm? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #19 March 24, 2004 QuoteDoes this mean I can't hate the french any more? *** Of course not! ...Big sale on French Military rifles! Never fired...only dropped once! Going back a century or two... The English Army officers always wore Red uniform coats...if they were wounded in battle, their troops wouldn't see the blood. ...Same concept for the French officers always wearing Brown Pants!! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chuteless 1 #20 March 24, 2004 One other thing I admire about the "American Way" is the generosity of the USA to ANY country in the world when there is a disaster, flood, earthquake, ANTHING. The USA is always the first one in with aid, and the last one out, with no thanks given by the country in need. Yet the USA still goes back again and again with more aid...more money...more relief...more effort...more of anything they have. The USA is ridiculed by almost every other country, and yet the USA still jumps right in to help. A good example, bailing France out of two wars with their now good friends, the germans, both of those countries failing to support anything the USA does. God Bless the USA. Bill Cole D-41 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phlip 0 #21 March 24, 2004 Every country has its own "way". It is a mix of history and culture that makes who we are today. The American way is unique because different from everybody else in the world. It is difficult to judge another country's way unless you've actually lived there for a while. You have to consider what they experienced and actually put yourself in their shoes for a minute. Everybody has the right to disagree with the US. So before we start bashing the Frenchs again why don't we look at history, culture differences and try to be openminded. Sorry guys, I'm just tired to always deal with people who think only US speaks the Truth. Phlip Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydivexxl 0 #22 March 24, 2004 Wassup, Flip! We now have a severe lack of Frenchies in Hollister... we need to fix that! Blog Clicky Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phlip 0 #23 March 24, 2004 Hey Andy! I miss you guys.... I can't wait to be back this summer Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VectorBoy 0 #24 March 24, 2004 The american way is also maxing out all of your credit cards..... or is this the skydiver way? I forget. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skyrad 0 #25 March 24, 2004 LOL..........Some interesting answers, I'm glad I asked.When an author is too meticulous about his style, you may presume that his mind is frivolous and his content flimsy. Lucius Annaeus Seneca Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
