freedom is nothing else but a chance to be better. - albert camus

Americans have the 

freedom 

to CHOOSE to be happy, 

prosperous and healthy.

A birthright given to us by our fore fathers and clearly outlined 
in the Declaration of Independence.

The 4th of July is a time to reflect and appreciate all that we have

REGARDLESS

 of position, rank or material wealth. 

We have within ourselves 

the power to be ALL 

that we can be.

 How many of us choose to let opportunity pass us by? 

How many of us choose to blame others for our lack?

Many Americans that have had the opportunity to 

live in another country under another government can see all that we have. 

Many have said they didn't realize the opportunities that 

we have until they are no longer available. 

These past few years have enabled many Americans to see 

from this perspective as lives have been forced 

to change during the economic crisis.

This also could have a different perspective, one of 

opportunity to change for the better. 

Growing pains

 have never been easy 

but when we finally reach 

new levels of understanding, 

we can see how we are stronger and better for it. 

This is a time for new opportunity for Americans as 

individuals and as a nation to grow 

stronger and  better.

When you read the Declaration of Independence, 

our fore fathers had a dream and a vision of 

what they wanted to build for their children and future generations.

 As a nation, town or individual, 

we live today what they created yesterday.

 Of course, 

we are people united as one nation. 

We share in the joys and prosperities as well as the adversities. 

Ideal growth for an 

individual is to grow,

 become stronger and

 build on adversities 

when they arise. 

"Make lemonade 
when life hands you lemons". 

When we take the opportunity to use the 

challenges that life throws at us, 

to grow and learn from them verses 

throwing blame and anger onto others, 

we grow as a person and as a nation.

The power to change the future for a better nation 

starts with 

each individual. 

When we do our part as an individual 

we contribute to the growth and strength of our nation, 

building upon the hopes and dreams

 our fore fathers left for us. 

In turn, 

what we create today, 

we leave for our children.

When celebrating this Fourth of July, 

whether it's a Bar-B-Que with family or friends or watching the fireworks, 

take a moment to reflect. 

As you watch the fireworks bursting in the sky,

 be thankful that you have a CHOICE to be 

free, happy and live a prosperous life.

Whatever you choose to do with your holiday 

remember 

where this day came from and what it stands for.


Life, Liberty 


and the 


Pursuit of Happiness.

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(source: Article by Jennette Royster)