Is it me or am I just getting old

we didn't go out to any fireworks displays this year. across the tracks from us is an unincorporated area and the folks do a little show every year. this year was no different except that this year we dug a fire pit and we had a little campfire going and cooked hot dogs and smores.

I think it might become a tradition

what is 4th of july about by Brock Henderson

As this 4th of July comes upon us, and we celebrate our nation’s Birthday, take a moment to reflect on what our founding fathers risked in order to provide us with the
“… life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness” that we take for granted.

Their signatures on the Declaration of Independence was no small act of rebellion . . . it was treason.

If the revolution had failed, some very brilliant men would have been hung, and we would still be part of the British Empire. These men and their desire for independence did not represent everyone in the colonies; in fact only about one-third of the citizens favored independence, one-third thought we should remain part of England, and one-third didn’t much care one way or the other.

But because a small fraction of the citizenry believed so strongly in the need for independence, and were willing to risk everything for that freedom, we stand here today as free men and women.

We forget that Freedom isn’t free. It was initially paid for by those brave colonists who stood their ground against the British and died. Our freedom is purchased anew by every man and woman who puts on, (or has ever put on), the American uniform and willingly offered to sacrifice themselves to keep us free.

Unfortunately, we are both loved and hated for our freedom, and not just by foreign countries, but by our own citizens as well. Some Americans have forgotten or don’t understand the price that has been paid for the freedoms we take for granted. They blame America for world pollution, for global warming, and for terrorism because we help others fight for freedom. They blame America for all that is bad in the world.

But were it not for America there would not be freedom in the world. France is free because of America. Italy is free because of America. Germany is free because of America. England is free because of America. Egypt is free because of America. Nation after nation is either free, or better off because of this great land of ours.

We are not a perfect nation, but we are a brilliant shining symbol of hope to many people throughout the world and we should be proud of that. We are Americans. With warts and wrinkles this is true; but also with honor, and pride, and hearts as big as the western sky.

So this 4th of July as you celebrate our nations birthday with fireworks and cookouts, take a moment in your heart to remember all the men and women who have risked everything to stand up to tyranny, oppression, and hate. Do not ignore our shortcomings, but work to make them fewer; and at the same time salute our flag and be proud of America’s accomplishments in helping to keep the world free.

Brock
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The meaning of the Pledge! Happy 4th

I: me, an individual, a committee of one.

Pledge: dedicate all of my worldly goods to give without self pity.
Allegiance: my love and my devotion.

To the flag: our standard, Old Glory, a symbol of freedom. Wherever she waves, there's respect because your loyalty has given her a dignity that shouts freedom is everybody's job!

United : that means that we have all come together.

States: individual communities that have united into 50 great states. Fifty individual communities with pride and dignity and purpose; all divided with imaginary boundaries, yet united to a common purpose, and that's love for country.

And to the republic: a state in which sovereign power is invested in representatives chosen by the people to govern. And government is the people and it's from the people to the leaders, not from the leaders to the people.

For which it stands, one nation: one nation, meaning "so blessed by God"

Indivisible: incapable of being divided.

With liberty: which is freedom -- the right of power to live one's own life without threats, fear or some sort of retaliation.

And Justice: the principle or quality of dealing fairly with others.

For all: which means, boys and girls, it's as much your country as it is mine.

for an audio version of Red Skeleton reciting these words (minor change from 48 to 50 states posted) www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kfz2XDXaeqc

wedded bliss

Just got back from Minnesota over the weekend where we saw my wifes aunt get remarried.
She and her new husband are both widowed and in their 70's and they went to youth camp together in the 1940's. Pam's Dad knew the groom but hadn't seen him in 65 years. So it was a little unique to say the least. it was real fun to see some of her family that we havent seen in a long time.

Let's Go Go Go White Sox

White Sox
White Sox
Let's Go Go Go
White Sox
Let's Go Go Go White Sox

We're with you all the way You're always in there fighting and you do your best
We're glad to have you out here in the Middle West

We're gonna root root root root White Sox
And cheer you on to victory

When we're in the stands we'll make those rafters ring
All through the season you will here us sing

Let's Go Go Go White Sox
Chicago's proud of you

(musical interlude)

White Sox White Sox
Go Go White Sox
Root Root Root for the White Sox

We'll cheer you on to victory
When we're in the stands we'll make those rafters ring

All through the season you will here us sing
Let's Go Go Go White Sox
Chicago's proud of you
White Sox White Sox Go Go White Sox
Let's Go Go Go White Sox

Chicago is proud of you

Kill count is impressive

I just watched the new Rambo movie and I must say that Rambo out did himself again. I don't think i've ever seen so many people graphicly killed ( you gotta love cgi ). I know that they track this somewhere. just haven't found it yet but I wonder what the kill ratio is compared to other movies.

I'm TIRED!

After being told to do nothing for two months and just relax/recooperate. I got some yard work in this week.

I'm outta shape and darn tootin tired. I need to do some kind of exercise at least three to four times a week.