“America, America, God shed His grace on thee,
And crown thy good with brotherhood from sea to shining sea.”
Happy Birthday, America!
May we seriously reflect on the great courage and sacrifice our forefathers endured just to provide us, the future generations, with liberty on this Independence Day. And may we thank God for our freedom and do everything we possibly can to preserve it. Will you join me today in praying for restoration of our great nation?
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Mama of this empty nest, I’m content to live a quiet, country life with my husband of 40+ years and to view gorgeous sunsets off our own back yard deck. Mama to three adults and Nana to adorable grandchildren, my empty nest fills up again with noise and laughter when they all return 'home'.
A former English teacher, reporter/editor, education director for a non-profit organization, and stay at home mom, I retired after a season of substitute teaching at a private academy. Now I enjoy time spent with my grandchildren and family and writing words that seem to pour out of my soul or wandering around the countryside with my camera.
Foremost, my faith sustains me as I meander through the empty nest stage of life. My favorite scripture is 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18: “Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”
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Another lovely photo! Hope your weekend was great!
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Thanks, D! We were on vacation for a few days over the 4th. It was a wonderful time of a combination of sight-seeing and rest. 🙂
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So true! Happy Fourth!
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Hope you had a great Independence Day too, Dianna!
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Perfect!
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Thanks, Patti! It’s a photo I took back in the fall but it definitely seemed appropriate for Independence Day.
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