I love the 4th of July, better know as Independence Day.
One summer when we went to Greenfield Village for their 4th of July Celebration, I noticed that everyone in period costumes said, "Happy Independence Day" instead of the nowadays "Happy 4th of July." Sometimes I wonder why the sentiment changed. What do we celebrate on the 4th of July if not the declaration of our independence. From what I understand about history, it was kind of a big deal so we might as well stick with tradition on this one.
I say, "Happy Independence Day, everyone!"
Anyway, I managed to catch the tale end of the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks tonight and it brought a little extra joy to my heart. It seems to me that the 4th of July is the one day a year when Americans put away the politics and feel proud to belong to a country that was built on the ideals of freedom and independence. And that makes me feel good.
Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed Canada Day up here. But it's not the same. I'm not Canadian. I can't own Canada Day. It's not mine and it never will be no matter how long I stay up here.
I'm jealous.
I'm jealous of all of my friends and family who are at home enjoying the fireworks. I wish we could be with you and I hope you have enjoyed the day. We're thinking of you on this happy day of Independence!
I say, "Happy Independence Day, everyone!"
Anyway, I managed to catch the tale end of the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks tonight and it brought a little extra joy to my heart. It seems to me that the 4th of July is the one day a year when Americans put away the politics and feel proud to belong to a country that was built on the ideals of freedom and independence. And that makes me feel good.
Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed Canada Day up here. But it's not the same. I'm not Canadian. I can't own Canada Day. It's not mine and it never will be no matter how long I stay up here.
I'm jealous.
I'm jealous of all of my friends and family who are at home enjoying the fireworks. I wish we could be with you and I hope you have enjoyed the day. We're thinking of you on this happy day of Independence!
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