For several years, the 4th of July has been my favorite holiday. In my opinion it's the only big holiday that is still about family and friends but hasn't lost it's meaning to commercialism. Whether I'm at a parade or at a rodeo, at a BBQ or watching fireworks I always get emotional thinking about the freedom that we seem to take for granted on a daily basis. I think about the soldiers that are away from family and friends, fighting to keep our freedom. I am guilty of taking my freedom for granted so the 4th of July always puts it in perspective for me. While at our local parade this afternoon, a group of kids carried the flag down the street. Seeing the red, white and blue brought tears to my eyes. I looked around at all the people around us and realized we couldn't live in a better country. Despite the politics, the USA rocks! So please take a moment to relish in your freedom, pray for our soldiers and hug your family because that's what this holiday is all about in my opinion.
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