Independence Day

 

Once again we celebrate Independence Day here in the United States of America. It's a special day to play with fireworks, hang out with friends, and pig out on barbeque foods. There's television specials of the various firework shows around the country, big band concerts, and all kinds of frivolity. Hopefully nobody gets hurt as we remember the founding of our precious country.

Yes, I'm a patriot and proud of it. My desire is to pass along a deep love for my country. Your home country should be close to your heart and your prayers. It's important to honor that love. No matter where you live, once a year there's a celebration to remember where it all started. Take the moment to dig into history and really understand the how's and why's. Remember the good and the bad. Unless we actively remember, we risk losing our own history.

So, take part in the celebrations and keep in mind the costs paid by those who strove to build the great country you live in. Especially, remember the heroes and sacrifices, the cost in lives and property. Not everything is perfect, but we can work hard to make it better. Never give up and never surrender.

- M