Icons of the Ages

The first of my iconic choosing is that of Mickey Mouse. Mickey Mouse was the beginning brainchild of Walt Disney that launched a global enterprise that has transcended ages, cultures and socioeconomical boundaries. He has made memories and dreams for many adults and children throughout the years. My second choice of icons is the Stanley cup. It is not much different that my first choice in that it too is an easily recognized icon throughout the world. The cup is sought after from teams in the United States and Canada and fans of the sport are scattered everywhere. The cup is dreamed about by young children just learning to play hockey and it is dreamed about by pros who are in pursuit of the trophy of excellence. Fans come from miles away to cheer on their favorite teams as they chase this icon. My final choice of icons is The White House…The White House is the American dream. It is an embodiment of the American belief that you can do anything you want to, even becoming president. The White House serves as that white house on the hill, fenced yard and the symbol of achievement and power. The opportunity to live in this mansion and to live in the country in which this house is a reflection upon has been envisioned by many around the world.

Mickey Mouse, The Stanley Cup and The White House are the icons of my choosing for various reasons. For the most part, they are chosen because they represent different parts of my personality and upbringing and I remember their symbolistic qualities from my childhood. Mickey Mouse represents the dreamer in me, and my favorite is that of Fantasia Mickey. Always looking toward the sky and dreaming of what could be. Not to mention using all the ingenuity possible to find the easiest way possible to get the most mundane jobs done. I also choose this icon of Disney because it is known worldwide and easily recognized. The Stanley Cup was chosen as it is representative of my current sport enjoyments. I grew up playing football and dreaming of playing pro, and didn’t see my first hockey game until I was 25. “Go Blue Jackets”. When I realized I wouldn’t be playing pro, I began a lifelong love of aggressive sports. This trophy is to me the equivalent of the super bowl trophy. The cup is fought for with sportsmanship and by physical confrontation. The sport is fast paced, rough and full of the blood and guts that take me back to my younger years. The truly iconic reason for choosing this item is that is so easily recognized by hockey fans around the world. Lastly, the final icon of my choosing was that of the White House. This icon is known around the world but here in the United States, it is most notably known as a symbol of power, diplomacy and freedom. The White House is truly the American icon….or is the best icon for America the Masons Pentagram. “Thank you grandpa.”