Independence Day

Independence Day 2012

July 4th, 2012

Happy 236th Birthday, America! 236 years ago today, the Declaration of Independence was signed, two days after the thirteen original colonies legally separated from Great Britain. The freedoms we enjoy come with a price, and I thank our troops current and past, for protecting the freedoms our founders wanted us to have. Take today to [...]

Independence Day 2010

July 4th, 2010

Happy 234th Birthday, America! This Independence Day marks the 234th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. A very special day, which many celebrate with barbeques, beach time, parades, and fireworks, we are reminded of our freedom from England so many years ago. I stop to think of our troops both [...]