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Tuesday, July 4, 2017

Happy Independence Day!


I love small town celebrations on the 4th of July. To me they are mindful of the smaller themes of freedom. Home, family, the pursuit of happiness. No less profound than the larger patriotic themes that we celebrate on this day.




Summer seems the perfect time of year for any celebration, no matter where you are.






I remember most the mountain picnics of childhood where the watermelon and beer went into the stream to cool while we played a game of softball in a grassy field.






But these days I would rather stay near the comforts of home.





Certainly easier, and maybe a bit more potential for something decorative. (Which we love!)








Including all the basics of course! (Do you have a favorite recipe for the 4th?) My grandma made the best potato salad.





I hope you are enjoying a wonderful day today!









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Happy Fourth of July!

Jacqueline















8 comments:

  1. Wonderful celebration pictures. Love, love the truck and all the red and white.

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  2. Your photos are wonderful and really play up the holiday.

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  3. Love that truck! Hope your 4th was great. Happy rest of the week Jacqueline.
    xoxo
    Kris

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  4. Very nice sentiments and heartfelt pics. Yes, we sometimes simply forget what it was all about, thanks for the reminder, Sandi

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  5. Thank you so much for the reminder. Have a nice day Greetings from the Netherlands

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  6. A perfect July 4 post! It all is gorgeous (as usual!), colorful and festive. And I'm with you on loving small town holidays. They seem to do it so well!

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  7. I just Love these Images you have Shared... it is reminiscent of the Ideal 4th of July Festivities!

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  8. Such beautiful and evocative photos, reminding me of childhood celebrations and lazy summer days. Hoping you had a wonderful holiday.

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