America, our great country, is strong, powerful, and influential. Americans exemplify positive values, selflessness, hospitality, and the American way of life. The oak tree that stands stronger and taller than all others best represents this grand country. Each part of the tree illustrates a way of our nation. Sharply colored leaves covering the tree symbolize the values many Americans hold concerning themselves, others, and our nation. Leaves help the tree grow and flourish just as …
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…positive aspects of our country and begin to appreciate what we have, opposed to those who have nothing at all. It is usually what we do have that we want, but when we begin to appreciate what we do have we stop wanting so much for ourselves and more for others. That is perhaps the characteristic of America that has made us the greatest country in the world and the tallest oak in the forest.