Today, I no longer think of America as a “melting pot” where everyone must abandon their unique traits in order to assimilate into an “American” identity. Rather, the beauty of our country lies in the fact that it is more like a salad bowl. We can retain the cultural traits that make us special, but still form a harmonious whole when we all mix together. To me, the greatest part of being American is the opportunity to sample all the succulent tastes our diverse world has to offer!
Permission from The Odyssey: U.S. Trek.
