The 4th of July! Just hearing this statement brings visions of firework displays, barbecues in the park, parades, carnivals and baseball games. It seems that Americans have forgotten what this holiday is all about. All week long I have heard talk of the “4th of July”, but not once have a heard the actual name of the holiday, Independence Day. Have we as Americans forgotten why we celebrate? Do we even care anymore?
When I was a child, I remember patriotism as a positive trait. The pride I had in saying the pledge of allegiance every morning. And the national anthem, I still get goose bumps every time I hear it! Is this true for today’s generation? Can school children even recite the pledge?
It seems that with today’s political climate we have forgotten what it means to be an American. Patriotism is not what it once was. So many young people seem to be embarrassed to be American. What a shame this is! Despite our flaws as a nation, America is still the greatest country in the world. It frightens me as I reflect on the past 20 years and see this erosion of patriotism. Where will we be in another 20 years?
Independence Day! While hearing this does not bring the visions of beer, bbq and baseball like “The 4th of July”, it does stir a sense of pride within me. I am proud to be an American. I respect this country, the flag and the government, regardless of who is in the White House.
Independence Day! The day Americans celebrate our independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain. The day we should all take a moment and reflect on what freedom means to us.
Independence Day! The birthday of American patriotism and the greatest nation on Earth.
So as we celebrate this weekend with your barbecues, fireworks and parades, take pride in the fact that we are Americans. Honor our country and enjoy all the freedoms it provides.
When I was a child, I remember patriotism as a positive trait. The pride I had in saying the pledge of allegiance every morning. And the national anthem, I still get goose bumps every time I hear it! Is this true for today’s generation? Can school children even recite the pledge?
It seems that with today’s political climate we have forgotten what it means to be an American. Patriotism is not what it once was. So many young people seem to be embarrassed to be American. What a shame this is! Despite our flaws as a nation, America is still the greatest country in the world. It frightens me as I reflect on the past 20 years and see this erosion of patriotism. Where will we be in another 20 years?
Independence Day! While hearing this does not bring the visions of beer, bbq and baseball like “The 4th of July”, it does stir a sense of pride within me. I am proud to be an American. I respect this country, the flag and the government, regardless of who is in the White House.
Independence Day! The day Americans celebrate our independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain. The day we should all take a moment and reflect on what freedom means to us.
Independence Day! The birthday of American patriotism and the greatest nation on Earth.
So as we celebrate this weekend with your barbecues, fireworks and parades, take pride in the fact that we are Americans. Honor our country and enjoy all the freedoms it provides.
Amen, brother!
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