Happy Birthday America!
Today is one of my absolute favorite holidays in the US- it’s the 4th of July! Even though I am missing it on US soil this year- I still will have a celebration at home in Canada! For any one reading this blog today (that may not be familiar with the 4th of July) this is a celebration that dates from 1776 when the US gained our independence from Britain and where Democracy was born. Today is a great day for friends and family to gather, watch parades, BBQ and watch firework displays around our nation. Friends, food and fireworks- it's a great day all around!!
I think it is quite fitting today that I link to the words to our National Anthem (The Star Spangled Banner) and our Pledge of Allegiance too. If you don't know them- today is a day that you should look them up!
How about this- do you know what the American flag stands for? Referencing the USA Flag Site, “today the flag consists of thirteen horizontal stripes, seven red alternating with 6 white. The stripes represent the original 13 colonies; the stars represent the 50 states of the Union. The colors of the flag are symbolic as well: Red symbolizes Hardiness and Valor, White symbolizes Purity and Innocence and Blue represents Vigilance, Perseverance and Justice”.
Even though I am in Canada now (and I just celebrated Canada Day), I surely have my friends and family on my mind for this great American holiday! I love fireworks so I’m hoping that they see some great shows tonight!
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