Happy BD America, Happy 4th of July aka Independence Day!
Democracy and freedom were born 246 years ago, July 4th 1776 — freedoms we so often take for granted. No wonder so many mistreated, disenfranchised people want to leave their oppressed and war-torn homelands to come to the “land of the free and the home of the brave”. We are still in Cabo and because…
Thanks, Veterans! I Owe You My Next Breath of Fresh Air!
Happy Memorial Day! As I walked up to my church on Saturday Evening, I saw those many flags stationed throughout the churchyard. I was delighted to see so much patriotism. I had holy chill bumps. I can only imagine what the veterans and current people of uniform must have felt. I’m honored to sing with…
Happy Birthday, UNITED States of America!
As I started typing this blog, UNITED, stood out like a neon sign to me. Frankly, it presented me with a conundrum. I thought, what in the world is UNITED about America during these times? What happened to “one nation, under God, INDIVISIBLE with liberty and justice for all?” I am proud to be a…
Happy July 4th – Let Freedom Ring!
At church on Sunday, the congregation was invited to share with someone what the best thing about July 4th is to them. I thought “That’s a no-brainer! It’s remembering that we live in this marvelous country with so many freedoms that were paid for by those who paid the ultimate sacrifice for us.” And, that’s…
Happy Memorial Day!
Happy Memorial Day! I live in a 55+ community of 2,000+ homes, and this Memorial Day, I am recognizing incredible patriotism as American flags are lining the main roadways and nearly every home has a flag in their yard or on their home. I’m quite sure many of those who live in this community are…