The American Day of Independence

Posted on: December 11, 20150

It is a holiday that renews a patriotic spirit in our nation. A holiday that increases the numbers of flags on our streets. Red, White and Blue bunting appears on porches. A holiday of many celebrations: fireworks, parades and barbecues.

Let us remember what we are celebrating this holiday.

We are celebrating our forefathers, who loved freedom so much that they were willing to risk war to oppose their government. Many of the signers expressed that their love for the British Empire was great, however their love of freedom was greater. For them, this was not a one day or weekend event. It was the beginning of a long and costly effort. One that would stretch the next 7 years and take an estimated 50,000 American lives. For them, the celebrations would not be easy won.

As we bask in our freshly mowed backyards with a cold beer in our hands and the sweet scent of the grill in our noses, take a moment to ponder our next 7 years. As our children play and we watch, consider what tomorrow would have held for our founders. And as we watch the bright colorful explosions of light in the skies tonight, look to the neighbors around you and wonder how many our founders lost in the coming fight. Leave out your bunting, fly your flag, and continue to be prideful in the ideals that were inked in blood and created path for the founding of our Republic.

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