As American as apple pie.

July 4th. A day we choose to remember our nation and be thankful for our freedoms.

A great reason to celebrate. 

Getting ready for July 4th celebrating.

She's a GRAND ole' flag.

This is a little sailor suit that my husbands grandmother made from his
dads old Navy uniform.  I just love it.  I have a photo of him wearing it as a wee baby.

The back.  Actual buttons and patches.

Refreshing ice water with raspberries.  The flavored water is so tasty and when the water is gone, the raspberries are so cold and yummy.

It doesn't get much more American than this.  Hot dog and watermelon.

No apple pie here, just this goodness.

We watched fireworks at a local high school. Before the firework show started. A pastor of a local church prayed the sweetest prayer for our nation, our president and gave thanks for our freedom.  A  band played the nationl anthem and the giant crowd stood for the pledge or allegience to our flag.  It brought tears to my eyes and a lump in my throat. I am truly proud to be an American.
A grand Indepedence day.  Hope you had fun celebrating with family and friends.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, AMERICA