I remember being a kid and being so excited to visit a new website. I'd find them on the cereal box or from a TV commercial. Usually I'd play a game or print out a coloring page. Nowadays, i still like to have fun, but my priorities are a little different. I came across www.worldpeace.org which has led me down a rabbit hole of good works around the world. I am inspired by folks who devote their lives to helping others.
If the early European settlers and pilgrims had chosen to assimilate with Native American cultures rather than imposing their own, modern life in the Americas could be dramatically different. Cities might blend indigenous architectural styles with European influences, featuring structures built with sustainable materials and designed to harmonize with the natural environment. English, Spanish, and French could be spoken alongside preserved indigenous languages, with public signage and education incorporating both traditions.
Native crops like corn, beans, squash, and wild rice might be dietary staples, and spiritual and cultural celebrations would reflect a rich tapestry of shared stories, folklore, and rituals. Governance and law might emphasize consensus and communal responsibility, echoing traditional indigenous practices. Environmentally, there would be a deeper respect for land stewardship and ecological balance, possibly resulting in more protected wilderness and cleaner waterways across the continent. Overall, North and South America could represent a vibrant fusion of traditions,…
