July 4, 2004
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Let Freedom Ring
The Fourth to me has always been a big holiday. Full of fun, and friends, and rememberance...
Rememberance of all that Us as a People have done, and will do, in the name of Freedom. I'm not a supporter of the war in Iraq. Or of Dubya. But I'm a big..a HUGE supporter of the troops. My Grandfather faught in WW2..a parajumper..( I think that's what it's called..) with the 82nd. I never knew him, he died when I was two. But I'm still so proud of him.
I find myself trying so hard not to make an ass out of myself when I see a man in uniform. Sure, I'm a sucker for a uniform..( shhhh...you know who you are..) But it's more than that. I just want to gush...to tell them how completely proud I am, and that I understand the sacrifices they have had to make. That I know the dangers they face daily, all in the name of freedom. I don't think I'll ever, ever to able to say enough thanks for that. While I sit here, today, in the comfort of my home, my kids playing in the livingroom...( without a care in the world)..and me...sitting here typing on the computer...I think of the men and women who are in danger right now. I think of those before them...I think of Pearl Harbor. I remember...and I'll never forget.
independence, independency -- (freedom from control or influence of another or others)
This Fourth will be the first that I haven't done anything special. No BBQ..no picnic. Mike is working, and I have the kids...so we are just hanging out here. It makes me somewhat sad...
BUT....I feel the independence this year more than any other year. I feel as though this is the first year I have truly understood the definition of independence.
I'm finding my path...slowly..but surely...and I'm finding a freedom I never expected.
I hope you all have a wonderful, safe 4th.
From my Heart to Yours.
xoxo
Jen
Comments (13)
Sorry I haven't been keeping up as well as I should. I've been busy with school and breakdowns and other such life-stuff.
I'm really happy that you are feeling your independence, and I'm especially impressed that you went out on the job hunt. That is SO incredibly difficult and requires such strength, courage, and confidence, AND you managed to kick some ass! Go You!
I hope you are enjoying your 4th of July!
Take care!
K
Happy Fourth
Have a good one. we went to our friends nextdoor for a BBQ last night, I ended up having a little to much to drink...I wasn't drunk,(a little tipsy) just more than I allow myself normaly.
You have such a big heart. I hope you and the kids had yourselves some fun! It's what's in your heart that counts!
Kira
All paths are worth treading the destiantion counts but by far the reward is in the journey that took to get there. Blessed be!
Happy Fourth!
And, um, what ^^^^^they^^^^^ said. Yeah.
May you always be blessed an know the power of your beautiful soul
Shine always hun.. an may what comes be exciting an joyful always..
a new day dawns..
You are truly remarkable, Jen. I hope that you realize that.
As Ever,
Amethyst
My Dearest Buttercup,
I have found you at last!
What? Married? Damn the man....
HA!
You must send me your collection of pin up on CD. You ROCK!
sail on... sail on!!!
Happy INDEPENDENCE Day to you
I've never been one to celebrate the 4th. Except as a kid when I was so enthralled by sparklers!! LOL! Hope you guys had fun!
It's been pretty busy of late, so catching up... while it may have seemed like nothing special, spending that time with your children and remembering, knowing all that you know, the sacrifices made by the troops as well as by yourself.. that is special. I'm glad that it went well... Peace...
Hello Dear,
I would like to thank you for your Grandfathers service, because I cannot thank him. Whether you agree with the war in Iraq or not, it is extremely disrespectful to call the President of the United States of America "Dubya". Disrespecting the Commander in Chief is disrespectful to all the Armed Forces and it's personal. This is my opinion and the things I was taught by my Grandmother, the widow of a Carear Military Man.
Merry Part and Blessed Be Sweet Lady
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