America

[Buzz Rules]

Yep...freedom and liberty for only select groups.

That's a very untrue statement.

 

[Snap Crackle Pop]

I'm having a hard time wanting to celebrate the 4th of July with everything that has been happening I don't feel like celebrating.

 

[Buzz Rules]

I'm having a hard time wanting to celebrate the 4th of July with everything that has been happening I don't feel like celebrating.

I always look for good things in life to celebrate while still recognizing the problems that still exist. It's healthier to focus on the good rather than just thinking about the negative.

 

[Lehuaann]

Happy 4th everyone!

 

[disney4us2002]

Thanks Imzadi.

It's nice when people celebrate and are happy to be Americans. We are not perfect by any means but I'd rather be American than anything else. Clearly not everyone agrees. Those embarassed are free to move on.

 

[darnheather]

Freedom of Speech warning has two curse words.

 

[Dan Murphy]

Happy 4th everyone!

Wow! Just beautiful.

 

[darnheather]

I live very close to Williamsburg, VA. The Fife and Drum presentation is always my favorite.

Hi neighbor.

 

[mylilnikita]

Williamsburg is the Disney World of 18th century USA colonial history. I love that place.
https://www.colonialwilliamsburg.org/

You have to include the rest of the historic triangle of Jamestown and Yorktown.

 

[mylilnikita]

I don’t live in the “Burg” but I do work there.

 

[Buzz Rules]

You have to include the rest of the historic triangle of Jamestown and Yorktown.

True. They are all great to visit.

I don’t live in the “Burg” but I do work there.

It must be a fascinating experience.

 

[mylilnikita]

True. They are all great to visit.

It must be a fascinating experience.

It is because I work in the hospitality industry and right now is the big tourist season there and I get to meet people from different places

 

[Communicore1991]

After reading this, I have even more appreciation for Independence Day:

“Have you ever wondered what happened to the 56 men who signed the Declaration of Independence?

Five signers were captured by the British as traitors, and tortured before they died.
Twelve had their homes ransacked and burned.
Two lost their sons in the revolutionary army, another had two sons captured.
Nine of the 56 fought and died from wounds or hardships of the revolutionary war. They signed and they pledged their lives, their fortunes, and their sacred honor. What kind of men were they?

Twenty-four were lawyers and jurists. Eleven were merchants, nine were farmers and large plantation owners, men of means, well educated. But they signed the Declaration of Independence knowing full well that the penalty would be death if they were captured.

Carter Braxton of Virginia, a wealthy planter and trader, saw his ships swept from the seas by the British Navy. He sold his home and properties to pay his debts, and died in rags.

Thomas McKeam was so hounded by the British that he was forced to move his family almost constantly. He served in the Congress without pay, and his family was kept in hiding. His possessions were taken from him, and poverty was his reward.

Vandals or soldiers or both, looted the properties of Ellery, Clymer, Hall, Walton, Gwinnett, Heyward, Ruttledge, and Middleton.

At the battle of Yorktown, Thomas Nelson Jr., noted that the British General Cornwallis had taken over the Nelson home for his headquarters. The owner quietly urged General George Washington to open fire. The home was destroyed, and Nelson died bankrupt.

Francis Lewis had his home and properties destroyed. The enemy jailed his wife, and she died within a few months.

John Hart was driven from his wife’s bedside as she was dying. Their 13 children fled for their lives. His fields and his gristmill were laid to waste. For more than a year he lived in forests and caves, returning home to find his wife dead and his children vanished. A few weeks later he died from exhaustion and a broken heart. Norris and Livingston suffered similar fates.

Such were the stories and sacrifices of the American Revolution. These were not wild eyed, rabble-rousing ruffians. They were soft-spoken men of means and education. They had security, but they valued liberty more. Standing tall, straight, and unwavering, they pledged: ‘For the support of this declaration, with firm reliance on the protection of the divine providence, we mutually pledge to each other, our lives, our fortunes, and our sacred honor.’” -Michael W Smith

 

[OKW8297]

That's a very untrue statement.

No. It’s not, Right now states are threatening the very existence of some citizens. Everyday, citizens are treated differe due to the color of their skin, gender identity,or sexual orientation. Last year, women lost the right to body autonomy.

 

[Pink Partridge]

"I thank my lucky stars
To be living here today
'Cause the flag still stands for freedom
And they can't take that away.

And I'm proud to be an American
Where at least I know I'm free
And I won't forget the men who died
Who gave that right to me
And I'd gladly stand up next to you
And defend Her still today
'Cause there ain't no doubt
I love this land
God Bless the U.S.A.

Happy Independence Day Everyone!


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I love this song and all of its 80's cheesy-ness! Thank you for sharing.

Hoping everyone had a wonderful July 4th. It was a beautiful day here. Our neighborhood had a Patriotic Bike Parade and all of the children did such a cute job at decorating their bikes. Adorable!

Then we attended several picnics and went to watch a beautiful fireworks display. It was a perfect summer day.

 

[Pink Partridge]

Is anyone wearing patriotic clothing today?

Please don't ask if anyone is desecrating our flag and wearing it to cover our butts like where all American flags should be displayed.

Buzz asked if anyone was wearing any patriotic clothing. Nothing about desecrating the flag or wearing it on "butts". Strange.

And to answer your question, Buzz: I saw a ton of red, white, and blue being worn yesterday.

 

[Beezle2]

A lot of good people still fight the good fight today. I put up my yard sign and will continue to fight for equality for ALL and the rule of law. We will prevail and be better for the fight.

 

[BLTtinkerbell]

 

[Pea-n-Me]

After reading this, I have even more appreciation for Independence Day:

“Have you ever wondered what happened to the 56 men who signed the Declaration of Independence?

Five signers were captured by the British as traitors, and tortured before they died.
Twelve had their homes ransacked and burned.
Two lost their sons in the revolutionary army, another had two sons captured.
Nine of the 56 fought and died from wounds or hardships of the revolutionary war. They signed and they pledged their lives, their fortunes, and their sacred honor. What kind of men were they?

Twenty-four were lawyers and jurists. Eleven were merchants, nine were farmers and large plantation owners, men of means, well educated. But they signed the Declaration of Independence knowing full well that the penalty would be death if they were captured.

Carter Braxton of Virginia, a wealthy planter and trader, saw his ships swept from the seas by the British Navy. He sold his home and properties to pay his debts, and died in rags.

Thomas McKeam was so hounded by the British that he was forced to move his family almost constantly. He served in the Congress without pay, and his family was kept in hiding. His possessions were taken from him, and poverty was his reward.

Vandals or soldiers or both, looted the properties of Ellery, Clymer, Hall, Walton, Gwinnett, Heyward, Ruttledge, and Middleton.

At the battle of Yorktown, Thomas Nelson Jr., noted that the British General Cornwallis had taken over the Nelson home for his headquarters. The owner quietly urged General George Washington to open fire. The home was destroyed, and Nelson died bankrupt.

Francis Lewis had his home and properties destroyed. The enemy jailed his wife, and she died within a few months.

John Hart was driven from his wife’s bedside as she was dying. Their 13 children fled for their lives. His fields and his gristmill were laid to waste. For more than a year he lived in forests and caves, returning home to find his wife dead and his children vanished. A few weeks later he died from exhaustion and a broken heart. Norris and Livingston suffered similar fates.

Such were the stories and sacrifices of the American Revolution. These were not wild eyed, rabble-rousing ruffians. They were soft-spoken men of means and education. They had security, but they valued liberty more. Standing tall, straight, and unwavering, they pledged: ‘For the support of this declaration, with firm reliance on the protection of the divine providence, we mutually pledge to each other, our lives, our fortunes, and our sacred honor.’” -Michael W Smith

Wow. Thanks for posting.

 

[Frwinkley]

No. It’s not, Right now states are threatening the very existence of some citizens. Everyday, citizens are treated differe due to the color of their skin, gender identity,or sexual orientation. Last year, women lost the right to body autonomy.

Exactly. Your ability to strive for a life of happiness, freedom, liberty and justice no longer belongs to all. A bunch of politicians are now deciding who has those rights. Tragic.