Marietta, Ohio is the place to be if you wish to see the American flag on display.
On this 248th anniversary of the founding of this country, I am reminded that my loyalty lies with the United States of America and the flag that flies over this land. Not with a political party. Not with one man. Certainly not with the fast and loose playing with the facts that appeals to so many.
This flag. My flag. My country.
Long may she wave.
Happiness is when the smoke dissipates and the sun comes out in town for a celebration. The bank where I work participated in our hometown parade last night. We always carry a big flag and it’s a treat to see. This was my view as we entered downtown – behind the high school marching and in front of a fire truck!
Truth be told, it was hot and humid and there’s little shade along the parade route. But I’m always glad that we do it.
We also hang another large flag on the front of our building – an awe inspiring sight!
It’s a holiday weekend and a special one to those of us in the US. Do something fun this weekend and take a moment to appreciate that freedom isn’t free.
My job is not something I write about here. I assume you all know that I’m gainfully employed but you may not know that I work in marketing for a community bank. This makes me sort of a Jack (or Jill) of all trades.
My work isn’t normally relevant but I thought you would like to see what we do for Independence Day at the bank in our hometown.
It looks nice in pictures but is even more impressive in person.
Here’s a behind the scenes look from behind the flag.
We began hanging this flag for a few days around the 4th several years ago and it is one of my proudest moments every time it goes up. I hope the community enjoys it as much as I do and that it makes your heart swell with patriotic pride as well.
Happy Independence Day!
This vintage postcards speaks for itself. We are better together. Happy Independence Day!
Many ideas have been crowding my mind lately about America’s founding, patriotism and what we have become today. Since I try to stick with mostly positive topics here, my wish is that you will simply take a moment to consider the spirit and bravery of those who fought for our independence when it might have been easier to sit down and be quiet.
If you choose to drink this holiday weekend, help keep the roads safe for all by not driving. And enjoy this cool 1907 ad for Coca Cola which could be used to soothe your jumpy nerves!
One more thought. The date on the calendar may say the Fourth of July but it’s really Independence Day.
Have a good day, my friends!