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leafan36 · 02-01-2005, 03:06 PM

Fans,
I have been hearing all the rumours about American Dreams facing cancelation. We all know what needs to be done! Send as many postcards as possible to NBC. I don't know what the problem is with the show or what they could possibly put in its place (more reality dirt, or another Law & Order), but NBC needs to understand what this show is all about. I am not a teenager in love with any of the characters, nor am I a babyboomer following the show longing for days of old. I am 25 years old and I love the show for what it is: a caption of a simpler more innocent time. I watch this show with my wife every sunday without fail. I don't tell everyone about it because there is no possible way that everyone will appreciate it the way I do. I have passed my love for the show on to those of whom are closest to me. The Pryor's generation was so innocent, so simple. Kids played outside not on playstations or Gamecubes, teens cared about Friday night football, prom, records, and friends not cell phones, e-mails, and pushing the sexual envelope. People were friendlier, less rushed, and easier to please. Families sat together in front of one television set and watched their shows, ate dinner together and interacted with one another. Kids respected their parents and authority. Mothers, could afford to be home with their children to forge strong family bonds. Communities were close knit, today, many don't even know their neighbors. I watch American Dreams and dream myself of living in such a time, when a person's word meant something, when loyalty, character, and honor weren't just punchlines and when people weren't in such a rush. People were more conservative and respectful. People's beliefs stood for something and hard work was rewarded. We live in a world where we are afforded so many ammenities that make our lives easier and less time consuming; computers run our lives as well the economy, families have sometimes 4 cars, Tv's, computers, Phones, Cell phones, etc. However, are we better off? Do we appreciate the time that these ammenities save us? I believe our lives have become so fast paced, and centered around technology and advancement that we have lost an appreciation for the smaller, simpler pleasures; a stroll in the park, spending time with family, catching a ball game, reading, mowing the lawn etc. So, I tune in on Sundays for a little perspective and to remind myself to slow down, appreciate life, my new wife, and the family I've started.
Each one of American Dreams' fans owes it to the show to send a postcard, send ten, pleading, begging NBC to allow this show to continue and flourish. We all love this show for different reasons. Please share your reasons. I urge everyone not to let this wonderful salute to Americanna burn out before it's time. You all can make a difference!!!
Geoff

rusyd · 02-01-2005, 09:11 PM

Very well put.

Missstudnicka · 02-02-2005, 09:01 PM

I really wish more people would appreciate this great show like we do on this board. You probably don't believe me but I am a thirteen-year-old girl and I wish times were more like the 60's. A lot of my friends defy their parents. That didn't happen as much in the 60's. I am also sooo tired of seeing people with a cell phone glued to their ear. In the 60's family time was appreciated not hated like it is now. Not only do I like the show because of these reasons, I also love history and no one can say that this show is not very educational. I totally agree with you!! KEEP THE DREAM ALIVE!!!

Storywriter · 02-02-2005, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Missstudnicka

I really wish more people would appreciate this great show like we do on this board. You probably don't believe me but I am a thirteen-year-old girl and I wish times were more like the 60's. A lot of my friends defy their parents. That didn't happen as much in the 60's. I am also sooo tired of seeing people with a cell phone glued to their ear. In the 60's family time was appreciated not hated like it is now. Not only do I like the show because of these reasons, I also love history and no one can say that this show is not very educational. I totally agree with you!! KEEP THE DREAM ALIVE!!!

Isn't it annoying when you're somewhere like a store or something and somebody is on a Cell Phone.Its annoying people don't need to shop and talk at the same time.That was one annoying thing that wasn't around in AD times and that is people shopping and talking on a cell.I'm glad you like the show.Its great to hear we have some younger fans of this show.Mel

BEATLESCHICK · 02-03-2005, 12:22 AM

Geoff:

Your post is very profound and sums it up perfectly. Now, copy it word-for-word, put on two postcards, and mail them immediately to NBC. That's exactly the kind of thing they need to hear.

02-01-2005, 03:06 PM	#1
leafan36 leafan36 Occasional Poster Join Date: Feb 01, 2005 Location: ohio Posts: 24	Cancelation: Not An Option Fans, I have been hearing all the rumours about American Dreams facing cancelation. We all know what needs to be done! Send as many postcards as possible to NBC. I don't know what the problem is with the show or what they could possibly put in its place (more reality dirt, or another Law & Order), but NBC needs to understand what this show is all about. I am not a teenager in love with any of the characters, nor am I a babyboomer following the show longing for days of old. I am 25 years old and I love the show for what it is: a caption of a simpler more innocent time. I watch this show with my wife every sunday without fail. I don't tell everyone about it because there is no possible way that everyone will appreciate it the way I do. I have passed my love for the show on to those of whom are closest to me. The Pryor's generation was so innocent, so simple. Kids played outside not on playstations or Gamecubes, teens cared about Friday night football, prom, records, and friends not cell phones, e-mails, and pushing the sexual envelope. People were friendlier, less rushed, and easier to please. Families sat together in front of one television set and watched their shows, ate dinner together and interacted with one another. Kids respected their parents and authority. Mothers, could afford to be home with their children to forge strong family bonds. Communities were close knit, today, many don't even know their neighbors. I watch American Dreams and dream myself of living in such a time, when a person's word meant something, when loyalty, character, and honor weren't just punchlines and when people weren't in such a rush. People were more conservative and respectful. People's beliefs stood for something and hard work was rewarded. We live in a world where we are afforded so many ammenities that make our lives easier and less time consuming; computers run our lives as well the economy, families have sometimes 4 cars, Tv's, computers, Phones, Cell phones, etc. However, are we better off? Do we appreciate the time that these ammenities save us? I believe our lives have become so fast paced, and centered around technology and advancement that we have lost an appreciation for the smaller, simpler pleasures; a stroll in the park, spending time with family, catching a ball game, reading, mowing the lawn etc. So, I tune in on Sundays for a little perspective and to remind myself to slow down, appreciate life, my new wife, and the family I've started. Each one of American Dreams' fans owes it to the show to send a postcard, send ten, pleading, begging NBC to allow this show to continue and flourish. We all love this show for different reasons. Please share your reasons. I urge everyone not to let this wonderful salute to Americanna burn out before it's time. You all can make a difference!!! Geoff
	Last edited by leafan36; 02-01-2005 at 04:47 PM.

02-02-2005, 09:01 PM	#3
Missstudnicka Member Occasional Poster Join Date: Jan 11, 2005 Location: Midwest Posts: 47	I Agree! I really wish more people would appreciate this great show like we do on this board. You probably don't believe me but I am a thirteen-year-old girl and I wish times were more like the 60's. A lot of my friends defy their parents. That didn't happen as much in the 60's. I am also sooo tired of seeing people with a cell phone glued to their ear. In the 60's family time was appreciated not hated like it is now. Not only do I like the show because of these reasons, I also love history and no one can say that this show is not very educational. I totally agree with you!! KEEP THE DREAM ALIVE!!!

02-03-2005, 12:22 AM	#5
BEATLESCHICK Member Occasional Poster Join Date: Jan 10, 2005 Location: VA Posts: 65	Geoff: Your post is very profound and sums it up perfectly. Now, copy it word-for-word, put on two postcards, and mail them immediately to NBC. That's exactly the kind of thing they need to hear.
	__________________ And in the end the love you take is equal to the love you make. John Lennon and Paul McCartney 1969

02-01-2005, 09:11 PM	#2
rusyd Member Forum Fanatic Join Date: Mar 30, 2004 Posts: 13,505	Very well put.