My 4th of July weekend is ending, and I feel completely relaxed. We've done..nothing really :D My husband and I sat on the couch watching TV all weekend (while knowing we should be putting things away, STILL, in our house). I felt somewhat productive when I finally took a shower and baked a cake, just for the two of us! We watched others spend their money on fireworks, and viewed them from our backyard. It was nice to sit there relaxing, reflecting on really how lucky we are as a country to be able to do just that. We weren't worried about where our next meal was coming from; how we were going to pay our bills; whether my child will have a chance to get an education; where we'd run to if insurgents came upon our property; protecting ourselves.....
Other than Veteran's Day of course, the 4th of July is another day I tend to reflect on our country's status in the world. Where would we be without our military? (Our Govt. is a whole other problem and subject in my mind.) There are men and women fighting all over this world for us everyday. They're missing their families, regular American food, news and culture, and just the chance to live their lives as what we see as normal everyday...all so we still can.
They vow to protect and serve where they're needed without asking why, and always do so to the best of their ability. These brave Americans will even lay down their lives for ours! (Would you?)
This concept has been ingrained in my mind since I was born, and I've respected it all along. I revel in the fact that my child(ren) will grow up in a free country, with opportunities that many others do not have, nor can even imagine. They will have the chance to do and say anything they want because they are an American, something we should all be grateful for.
I just want to say THANK YOU to all of the American military men and women, and thank you Grandpa, Dad, and brothers Norman and Kyle. Thank you for your service to our country, and to your future family member(s)! They will be thankful for all you do, always.
Happy 4th of July!
Until next time, remember those who serve our country everyday, for you and yours, and don't forget to THANK them.
Karyn Potts
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You know Karyn, I honestly believe if more people would actually sit and reflect upon this very subject, the world might be a better place. In today's fast-paced, helter-skelter world, I feel like society is just lost. There is no real direction that exists; and no appreciation for existence. When thinking about where you and I are, I know we are truly greatful for those who have allowed us the opportunity to be here, in our cozy homes baking cakes or sitting in our office chairs or even the ability to be able to go for a jog down the street whatever time of day it is without fear or limitations.
It is in that same breath that I find myself wanting to be a part of that very effort, knowing that the culmination of my thoughts and actions would allow myself and others that very opportunity to be free. For the past 2-3 years I have been dancing around the decision to become active in the military. I feel like I have a greater sense of purpose than to simply just exist. I want to be actively involved with the efforts of patriotism-- and all it stands for. It is an incredible feeling to try to grasp life and try to make the most out of every day. If more people were to think of others, our minds as well as our lives might be a little more free! Thanks for the ear..really enjoyed your hearing your thoughts as well!
More people should reflect on what this country has to offer. And we should also reflect on what it takes from our country, our wallets, and ourselves to put us in the wonderful position we are in globally.
We complain about taxes, we complain about the war, we complain about the government. But these are the very things that keep this country safe and sound. True, there is much to be done to correct our government, win the wars, lower taxes. But what is our part of it all. That is what I reflect on during the holidays. Where do I fit in to this country's plan? Where do you?
While we are thanking our military men..... Thank you Uncle Tommy for your service in Vietnam, You made believe you were 18 yrs old, and volunteered because you wanted to help your country. No glory for you guys in the end but we love you and think you rock!
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