"I believe in Christianity as I believe the sun has risen, not only because I see it, but because by it I see everything else." ~ C. S. Lewis (Yes, even politics)
In loving memory of Mr. Z
Thursday, July 4, 2013
Happy Fourth of July.....my way, including a SEDER? Advice from a Christian girl? !! :-)
So many soldiers died, or were gravely wounded, for America. I remember them today with this post, on the Fourth, as symbols of our freedom; each of them.
In 2002, as we flew from Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo, the airline pilot suddenly said "Ladies and gentlemen, for your information, we're now flying over Vietnam." I was stunned and looked out the window, and then I was more stunned by the tears that flowed down my face. I never expected that reaction but I remember thinking of the thousands of Americans who lost their lives there as the tears fell. I still remember thinking how lush and green the very dense treetops were as I looked down, lost in thought. "that is Viet naaaaaaaaaaam"...it was the oddest, saddest feeling,
Probably in the same year, we were driving through France on the way back home to Paris and I saw a sign which said "Argonne Forest" and it also stunned me. "The Argonne, Mr. Z...of the war?" (I just hadn't expected to see that) "Yes," he said. And I stared at the fields on both sides and the boulders and trees and wondered if an American soldier looked at that same tree or boulder ........so many died there.
And we must honor and respect them and never, ever forget.
This might be a better Memorial Day post than one for the Fourth, but we celebrate today with firecrackers and hamburgers and beer and a day off from work ALL BECAUSE OF THEM.We owe it to THEM.
Have a great day. And remember those who died so you can.And remind your kids as the mustard squirts out the other end of their hot dog or the hamburger's juiciness runs down your fingers asyou take a bite. That's an order :-) A FOURTH OF JULY SEDER: Please try THIS, a friend sent it to me and I think it sounds like a good idea. Z
Yes, indeed Happy Independence Day to the United States of America.
I among many others around the world look upon the country as it was founded as a beacon of light in a mostly dark and dreary world history, a country that was something unique and something which we need more in this world.
Not sure exactly when she started sliding off the rails, and there are likely many diverse opinions on that, but today, sadly, the country hardly resembles what she once was.
I pray that we all stand up for liberty, and for our history which always made us proud Americans. Now, it's our turn to leave our children and grandchildren, the American future we inherited from those who sacrificed, and loved this wonderful country.
I'd say there is nothing wrong with remembering these people on July 4th as well as Memorial Day.
I have similar thoughts too Z as I come across historic places. Hope it's a great day for you and yours and everyone who values freedom for that matter.
Most celebrities are drivin by marketing demographics in what they say, but I also believe most of them have kaka for brains. Living in their fantasy worlds, they have as much in common with real people as does a chunk of Pyrite rolling down a hill in Bisbee Arizona.
"Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn't pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same, or one day we will spend our sunset years telling our children and our children's children what it was once like in the United States where men were free." -- Ronald Reagan
remember
Andrew Breitbart...American Hero
Mac 'n GeeeZis my food blog...enjoy! Sorry I haven't added to it in a long while.
President Obama has done such a horrible job with the economy and foreign policy that now Kenyans are accusing him of being born in the United States :-)
important reminders:
We are surrounded by IDIOTS...Mr. Z
“Barack Obama's political genius is his ability to say things that will sound good to people who have not followed the issues in any detail —regardless of how obviously fraudulent what he says may be to those who have. Shameless effrontery can be a huge political asset, especially if uninformed voters outnumber those who are informed.” Thomas Sowell.........AMEN Tolerance is the last virtue of a dying society. (doesn't matter who wrote it, it's true and it's here)
The modern definition of 'racist' is someone who is winning an argument with a liberal.... Peter Brimelow
The difference between golf and government is that in golf you can't improve your lie. ~George Deukmejian
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21 comments:
Z - You are right to say that we should honor our troops on the 4th.
If it weren't for them we couldn't celebrate today.
Have a happy 4th - Z.
Happy Independence Day!
may we soon step up to the bat and Declare OUR Independence from this government.
Let us remember today Lou Gehrig's words spoken on July 4, 1939 during his farewell words at Yankee Stadium:
“Today I consider myself the luckiest man on the face of the Earth.
“I may have had a bad break, but I have a lot to live for.”
Z,
Happy Independence Day! I hope we hold together as a country.
Happy 4th, Z!
And don't forget -- "REMEMBER BENGHAZI!"
Happy Independence Day...July 4th is merely a date on a calendar....
And today is the day that two of our Founders and greatest statesmen died after serving our country all their adult lives.
On July 4, 1826, the 50th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson and John Adams died.
Bette Midler @BetteMidler 2h
Happy Independence Day! Just think, if we hadn’t won that war, today wouldn’t be a holiday AND we’d have health care.
A friend alerted me to that...actually, his email said "don't look at what Bette Midler Tweeted" So, of course, I HAD TO.
Now I wish I hadn't.
Thanks, Z. We all needed the Bette Midler contribution to bring us back to reality.
Yes, indeed Happy Independence Day to the United States of America.
I among many others around the world look upon the country as it was founded as a beacon of light in a mostly dark and dreary world history, a country that was something unique and something which we need more in this world.
Not sure exactly when she started sliding off the rails, and there are likely many diverse opinions on that, but today, sadly, the country hardly resembles what she once was.
Bette Midler is an a$$.
Happy Independence Day to all of you.
I pray that we all stand up for liberty, and for our history which always made us proud Americans. Now, it's our turn to leave our children and grandchildren, the American future we inherited from those who sacrificed, and loved this wonderful country.
God Bless America.
I wish everyone a happy, yet introspective Independence Day.
Take this day to remember what our Republic is supposed to stand for, and start working tomorrow to make it so.
I'm hoping some of you watch the Delta Honor Guard video down below; it's stunning and does give one hope in this country again.
sort of.
This was a big day in US history. Today is the day we celebrate not only our heroes, but also their sacrifices.
I'd say there is nothing wrong with remembering these people on July 4th as well as Memorial Day.
I have similar thoughts too Z as I come across historic places. Hope it's a great day for you and yours and everyone who values freedom for that matter.
Most celebrities are drivin by marketing demographics in what they say, but I also believe most of them have kaka for brains. Living in their fantasy worlds, they have as much in common with real people as does a chunk of Pyrite rolling down a hill in Bisbee Arizona.
hey Z! HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!! HUGZZZZzz!..xoxox
Have a patriotic weekend my friend!:)
One of Reagan's best speeches! Thanks.
I hope everyone had a great 4th and that you all flew your flags, and remembered why this holiday exists.
Z!
Happy Independence Day!
Warm regards.
@ Kid -- Your analogy is great, Kid. I need to take lessons from you.
REMEMBER BENGHAZI!
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