Happy Fourth

Happy Fourth of July to everyone who reads this!! I know its kinda late on the 4th but I haven't gotten around to being on the computer. Where I live the fireworks are tomorrow so its kind of weird not having them today, but of course that doesn't stop people from setting off their own!! haha I've been scared more than once tonight by the fireworks when I was least expecting them!! We lit up a couple of sparklers tonight and cracked open some glowsticks:)

Of course the 4th is much more than just the fireworks and the glowsticks, its more than the partys and parades, its the day celebrating our independence and freedom. Today celebrates the day we became true Americans, separate from our British rule. We would not have a day such as today if people had not fought hard for their independence, if people didn't give up their lives, we today would not be free. People are still giving their lives to keep us free and to help other country's and nations achieve their independence. Today is truly a special day and I think a lot of people are forgetting the true meaning of today.  Its not about the partys, its not about the fireworks, its about out independence as Americans and the people that gave, and are still giving, their lives for our freedom. I would like to thank EVERYONE in the armed forces, whatever branch of the military, no matter how long you were in the service, for the sacrifices they have made to keep us a free and independent country. Today is truly a special day, and I hope we can keep the meaning of today true.

I hope everyone day a fun and safe fourth and continues to have a fun and safe independence weekend. I hope you enjoyed your fireworks and parades and cookouts, I know I had. Have a safe and wonderful time!!