America the beautiful: The benefits of being an American
As the year comes to an end, it’s time to reflect on 2016 and express gratitude for our lives and the fact that we’re so lucky to be citizens of the amazing land of the free. Sure, there’s a whole wide world out there, but when you live in a place as great as America, it’s easy to be thankful for the country we’re already in.
From top-notch, affordable health care to the best national holidays and foods, here are the top reasons we’re proud to call ourselves Americans.
1. Opportunities abound This is the land of the free, which means that we not only get to say and do as we please, but we also have endless opportunities for work and leisure. Many people come to visit our beautiful country to experience those opportunities for themselves every year. No wonder we’re so proud to be Americans.
2. The land of innovation Out of all the places in the world, America is one of the countries that nurtures and values entrepreneurship the most. It’s not surprising that most big tech and business powerhouses have been built from the ground up in the U.S.
3. Health insurance is for everyone We have some of the best doctors and health care in the world, and, as an American, you deserve the right to access health care at an affordable rate. Which is a great thing, because it’s enrollment season.
To make your sign up as seamless as possible, the state of Kentucky is providing free in-person consultations for those who need some help with the forms or have questions about plans, coverage, signing up, and more. Get more info, download your enrollment checklist, and sign up today at https://www.healthcare.gov/kentucky-2017/.
4. Local and global cuisine at our fingertips We can enjoy food from all over the world in the United States. But we also mustn’t forget all the to-die-for classics that were born here: hot dogs, burgers, fried chicken, Pop Tarts, meatloaf, biscuits… and the list goes on.
5. Our trend-setting culture To us, Hollywood movies, top 40 music, classic English literature, and pop culture is just part of our daily lives. But it’s also an integral part of entertainment across the world, and people in other cultures look to America for their go-to shows, tunes, books, and celebrities, too.
6. The best holidays and celebrations We have a holiday dedicated to candy, costumes, and terror. Another holiday where we celebrate America by eating home-cooked turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and pie. And let’s not forget our world-renowned local celebrations, like the Kentucky Derby, where we get to dress up and bet on horses. America, you’re an awesome place.