Celebrate Freedom – True Freedom

Happy Independence Day! Many years ago, when the American colonists declared their freedom from England, it was a great day – for them and for us.  They began a venture into the unknown to establish and safeguard American freedom.  And since then, we have taken great pride in our freedom and independence. Each year we … Continue reading Celebrate Freedom – True Freedom

How to be a great citizen

Happy Independence Day! The atmosphere on July 4 is a special one.  People celebrate.  Many set aside politics to jointly appreciate being citizens of America.  Patriotism is on display. When I was young, one of the most popular ways that boys could become better citizens was through the Boy Scouts.  Though I joined when the … Continue reading How to be a great citizen

Independence Day Celebrated

Another Independence Day has come and gone (just barely). How did you celebrate? What did you do? What went through your mind? Fireworks, grills at full blast, red-white-&-blue decorations displayed – we know how to throw a party. But is that all there is? As a child, I enjoyed the 4th of July parades that … Continue reading Independence Day Celebrated