I'm increasingly aware of the opportunity that has been pervasive in this country - always called the "Land of Opportunity" I hadn't appreciated it until more recent years. Hindesight being what it is - a clear view, shows me that I owe much to the fact that I live here. That's not to say we don't have a share of problems - talk to anyone here living under the poverty line and just like anywhere, their options are very limited - but even that is subject to opportunity, since there are more situations where a person could work themselves out of poverty than there are in the rest of the world.

As we see our own economy level with the rest of the world, we need to remind ourselves of the good situation we have had - and still have.  We also need to remember that it is not a us or them situation - presperity need not be only for one people. There are many situations that can be mutually beneficial and we need to look for opportunities where we  can benefit each other - no winners and losers. 

We must look out for our fellow beings, human and otherwise. This si social responsibility - it moves us to make our success the sucess of others as well - like "pay it forward" - that's a debt one pays to society, for the betterment of society. It's a good concept and a good waY for us to help others enjoy the prosperity and the priviledge we have.