After the chores were finished, our family gathered around the table for
our traditional July 4th picnic supper in the cool of the air conditioner and
then made our journey to the pond for a fantastic fireworks display.
We all have a few mosquito and chigger bites but it was worth it
for the fun we had.
I am thankful for the many July 4th memories we have
made in this pastoral spot on the farm,
for the curious guests that joined in the fun until the first
fire cracker was lit,
for the two inches of rain we received that
allowed us to plant part of our fall crop,
and
for the freedoms we enjoy every day!
God bless America!
