Uncle Bubba is a man’s man. Yes, he believes that our purpose in life is to love God and your neighbor as yourself, and he is sensitive to the feelings of others, but there is a side to life that is inherent to an American man. This country was established by wild-eyed, independent thinking forefathers that were not afraid to jump on a horse and ride into battle. They settled matters with theirs fists or guns. We are a violent society by nature with peaceful hopes for our civilization and we value the right to bear arms and protect our property. Bubbie likes that. It’s a matter of freedom; it’s a matter of independence. As a friend of his points out, “I would never want to be mugged, but as a guy, I would love the opportunity to chase someone down and justifiably beat the crap out of somebody.”
Bubbie values honesty, integrity, hard work and the freedom to express oneself. He is kind and tries to be a friendly neighbor while minding his own business. He tries to be a courteous member of society whether driving in his ol’ pickup or checking out at the Piggly Wiggly. But a man by nature is competitive and aggressive and sees life as a hierarchical war.
There are some things in life worth fighting for and not just debating but actually picking up arms and physically fighting. That is the American spirit (not to be confused with the Holy Spirit). That is what we have always done and there is no reason to change as long as the motives are true.
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