Scratch that...
As the days go by and I lay witness to some of the very telling signs that have been thrown into our faces as Americans as to where our country is heading, I propose that there be more than one Independence Day.
Now, keep in mind that I'm not necessarily speaking in terms of celebrating our country's independence from the British. I am merely speaking of the patriotism that seems to be exhibited more on this day than on any other (short of a catastophic event which pulls us together). Who else wants to see more of this? The media would have you believe that we are in such dire circumstances right now with the way our economy is.... Sorry folks, but I don't buy into it. I believe we are the most patriotic country on the face of this planet... and because of such, I believe that we are by far the greatest country on this planet.
Every day I turn on the TV or check my online news sources, I see further evidence that the fiber of my great country is eroding. Is it just me, or does it seem like there may be yet another "Independence Day" on the horizon?
The viciousness and nastiness that is being portrayed by certain individuals and groups in America causes me to take pause and truly wonder if there may be something brewing off in the distance. I pray every day that it would never come to a Revolution involving arms. I pray that the People of America can take back our country through history, literature, words, and law. God help us if there is ever another Revolution or Civil War, the likes of which our ancestors saw.
In conclusion, take time every day to remember that there was once a small group of men who stood up to the most powerful government on Earth. They signed a piece of paper on July 2, 1776 (adopted by congress July 4) which told a king that they would no longer be ruled by a person or persons who did not have their interests as Americans in mind. They would no longer be taxed and have no say in how those taxes were used. They would no longer stand by and watch the British rule their cities and states... and in doing this, they knew for certain that they would each be executed, if caught, for this treasonous act.
Now, 232 years later, I still see some of that very patriotism.... but unfortunately, I also see efforts to silence those who exhibit these patriotic views. Just remember that with small steps, we can regain our country...... for it has not been completely lost. Start with remembering our Founding Fathers and what they did on that infamous day...
God Bless America
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