Defend Her Still Today

Every year as the fireworks sound and the sky is lit up with exploding colors, I almost tear up when I hear Lee Greenwood's lyrics dancing in my ears-

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 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. 

I still believe that I'm a lucky part of what is the greatest country in the world. I believe in what she stands for and I'm grateful to be a small part of a community who continually and selflessly give for the sake of America. Thank you, eternally, to all those who have served and are serving this country.

This year my soldier is home.

There will be food.

There will be fireworks.

There will be fun.

I hope you all have a safe and happy fourth of July! 

(*Not my photos)