Fourth of July

A day celebrating our country's independence. A day full of sun, fireworks, cookouts with hotdogs and hamburgers and time in the pool. Sometimes baseball games or sack races or relaxing in an air-conditioned room sipping lemonade.

However you celebrate, remember that this day represents Freedom. Freedom to worship as you wish, free speech and due process, among other things. Freedom of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.

Let's be happy. Happy Fourth of July!

Memorial Day

Memorial Day is a day of remembering the men and women who died while serving the United States Armed Forces. It originated after the Civil War to commemorate the fallen Union soldiers of the Civil War. By the 1870's, soldiers of the Union and Confederate armies were included.

It was originally called Decoration Day. A day to decorated the graves of the fallen soldiers. The first known observance of a Decoration Day or Memorial Day type commemoration was in Charleston, South Carolina on May 1, 1865. In the 20th century, it was extended to honor all Americans who died in all wars. By the 1950's the theme was "American exceptionalism and duty to uphold freedom of the world."

So, THANK YOU! to all who gave their lives for our freedom. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Happy Memorial Day!!

Lets remember those who died in our Nation's service in order that we may enjoy Freedom.

Enjoy your day tomorrow!