The last two years we have been out of town for the 4th. This year we will be at home which feels good. I love this holiday and hope that the sun makes an appearance for the rest of the week. Parades, BBQs and pool time are my priorities. Also just good to be home and get some things done around here after our travels.
Traveling overseas is one of my favorite things to do. Our family has become quite good at it and it is fun to share the world with our boys. But there is nothing better than being welcomed back to the US after a trip.
I always think back to my Minisinger days in high school and the numerous patriotic performances we did throughout the summer. I can't hear a song about America without silently playing out choreography or singing the words. I also remember my speech I gave as part of our performances - helps me remember a portion of the preamble to the declaration of independence...
We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.
Happy 4th and happy summer to all!
