As a kid I was never really into American culture to be honest. I was more of a rebel or rebellious teen. Left the rebel behind when I grow up a bit but still didn't have a connection with a lot of American holidays etc. After the last 4-5 years I feel I've changed. I just saw a older TV show that featured Halloween theme and I couldn't help but smile about how american kids trick or treating is. That made me consider my feelings about other holidays especially american holidays like the 4th of July. There is a joy that didn't burn in my soul before and does now. I'm so happy and hope I'm not alone. I feel ashamed that I once argued with a teacher about saying the pledge of allegiance in middle school. That is all.
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Almost 40. I came of age right before obama and didn't land a career before him. They all ended without a collage degree under him. I was left out of the world and was very angry about it. I later grew up and started my own small IT business when I accepted I would never get hired for sure work by a company. Hasn't been ideal and while I sometimes make really good money I do do what I love even if the money is stressful and insurance is out of my range, but I'm happy.
Surprised you grew up in the 80’s/90’s and didn’t feel patriotism. We had Desert Storm and all that back then which was super patriotism.
I was a stupid teen rebelling against. I was stupid. Mr. Russell if you are by chance here I was wrong. You served this country in battle and I dismissed you and your service and your flag. You didn't kick my ass. Thank you I now understand how stupid I was. Thank You for what its worth.
*side note. I’m glad you’re happy! I’m close in age to you (37)