~ Happy 4th of July 2012 ~

Happy 4th of July !

There are so many reasons to love the 4th of July 

and our wonderful country.

    There's nothing like a 4th of July spread, where you spend most of the morning preparing everything and  trying not to taste your wares.  It's the lazy atmosphere and the company that you keep that makes it all that more special.  Whether I decide to have a get together or spend the day under my mango tree with a great book, the 4th of July is one of my favorite holidays. I've been known to have 4th of July Movie Day in which we watch movies all day until it's time to watch the fireworks.  Just posting the pic below makes me hungry, he he.  Eat, drink, and be merry!

I am truly humbled and honored by the fact that I, as a woman, live in a country where my rights are protected and I am encouraged to speak my voice.
        To all our soldiers serving our country and defending all we believe in,  I wish to express my gratitude, and hope you all the very best. To all my pen pals serving, I hope you received my 4th of July goodie packs.  
   For all the our soldiers suffering and walking the journey of healing, you have been heard.  Your voice is strong, and your thoughts, those of many, have been heard.  Your storie must be told, use your words to heal, allow them to be your balm in this pilgrimage into the unknown, and know that you are loved. True courage can only be found in the fear we choose to face, strength my friends.
        To all my blogging friends, thank you for always being so supportive.  I wish everyone the very best of days.
        Ivy, enjoy your flight to Italy, I'll see you on the flipside!

Hugs,
~Dana