Sentiments and Remembering the 4th With A Simple Patriotic Garden Rag Garland

Happy 4th of July! This holiday has so much meaning.

So much loss.... so much gain.

The lives that were given so that we may live free.

 

A bunch of my kids are coming and many of the grandkids will be here

as well. I like displaying the colors that represent our freedom

and the signing of the Declaration.

 

It gives us a chance to display some patriotism

and a means to bring up conversation about

what this day is all about.

 

Picnics are great fun..

Parades..

Fireworks..

Food..

Family..

Rodeos for us here in the west..

 

But I would like this day to be remembered

for it's historical importance as well as

for it's special times with family and friends.

 

The theme for our parade this year is:

 

Proud to be an American.

 

There are many things that can be listed

about our country that make it

less than perfect.

 

But the 4th ..or "Independence Day" 

is a day to remember the things

that make it a wonderful place to live.

Things that do make us proud to be a part

of this great country.

 

The things that have happened in history to

allow us the blessings that we enjoy everyday.

 sacrifice..  work.. diligence.. devotion
standing with others
living out convictions
facing fears
pushing through unthinkable obstacles

(Have you ever read the story of George Rogers Clark?)
The name of the book is called:
From Sea to Shining

A truly amazing account of his leadership, sacrifice and
devotion. It also tells the story of his youngest brother, Billy.
Who was William of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. 

 

And I would like to make it a day for my family

to consider the things that we can do as individuals

and along side of others to make it a better

place for it's tomorrows.

When I think of the what's been done and what
the possibilities are,
I feel so blessed to be a part of it all.

( If you'd like to share inspirational stories, quotes, poems or
other readings about our country, here is a small list of books
where you can find such things.)

~America's God and Country

~Our Sacred Honor

~The Moral Compass

~Favorite Poems Old and New

~The Book of Virtues

And one of our kid's favorite movies is
the old Disney movie Johnny Tremain
and for olders, though it's hard to watch,
Patriot.
 

 

This is a very simple project.
Just pick your colors, decide what length will work best,
tear the strips and tie them on.
Great for adding a last minute,
 festive addition to your yard or garden!

Have a blessed, fun and safe weekend!

Tamara~


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Some photos of past years..