The American Dream

The American Dream My definition of the American Dream is having personal happiness and comfort while being successful at whatever you want to do. Every American has dreamed of being the house with the white picket fence, a peaceful suburban house with a mom, dad, and kids. Americans often dream of getting a good education, then having their dream job. However, some people want to achieve these things by instant gratification. Such as winning the lottery and becoming rich and famous over night. "If people rely solely on luck and ignore hard work and perseverance, then achieving the American Dream will usually become impossible." Stated Chris DeMello in his American Dream Essay. To many people money is very important in their version of the American Dream. Money is not significant to me. Just as long as I'm financially stable, I feel I am alright. For many Americans just simply having their needs met and having food and shelter is the American Dream. The most simple definition of the American Dream is Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. For many this means people being free and having the opportunity to fulfill their needs and wants. The freedom to pursue your hopes and dreams, no matter how silly or ridiculous. Then waking up one day and turning your dream into a reality. It's working hard for what you truly want. Instead of randomly winning it over night, with a slim chance of that even happening. Even in a tough economy if you set goals, and be passionate and determined anyone can accomplish their American Dream. Some people want their American Dream so bad that they will do anything to get it. Most Immigrates leave everything behind. They leave everything familiar, such as friends and family to come to the United States to achieve thier American Dream. Some people may walk all over others to get what they want. Then some may lie, cheat, and steal to get thier dream. The fact is there are many other honest ways of going about your goal, certain