Happy 4th to everyone! It's a rainy, rainy forecast here in Georgia but that will not stop us from celebrating our beautiful country today.
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Showing posts with label independence day. Show all posts
Happy Independence Day
Happy 4th to everyone! It's a rainy, rainy forecast here in Georgia but that will not stop us from celebrating our beautiful country today.
Flag Etiquette
Independence Day is proudly approaching and there's nothing I love better than seeing flags displayed around town for the holiday. I love the fourth because it's really just one big party. The food, the comaraderie , the fireworks, the parades....
I thought it would be appropriate timing for a few reminders when it comes to flying Old Glory. Let's make her proud this week!
Hungry for more flag etiquette? Check it out here.
Silly String: Fun since 1972
Hi there! See these sweet faces, my gorgeous nieces and handsome boys? This is who I celebrated the holidays with this past weekend. They look pretty harmless, right?
Well give them some cans of Silly String and the gloves come off. Even my precious baby fell victim to attack!
And when the parents get involved and start forming alliances, that's when families are divided.
And father's turn against their daughters.... (haha!)
Hope you had a happy 4th with your own loved ones. My little "firecrackers" sure enjoyed themselves!
Sparkle & Pop
Wishing everyone a very Happy Independence Day! Stay safe and don't forget to sparkle.
Independence Day with a Twist
I'm looking forward to celebrating the 4th of July! It's always been a favorite holiday of mine. It's the embodiment of summer and the menu calls for all the American classics that we love so much. While the classics aren't usually meant to be toyed with, I love the idea of giving them a fresh twist to keep things interesting.
So throw some avocado on that burger, add some feta to the watermelon or a few fresh mango slices in the lemonade! I guarantee your guests will remember more than just the fireworks!
{Menu, Recipes and Photo Credits}
What dishes or recipes do you consider classic all-American? Are you still planning your meal or are you cruising into the weekend with a menu in mind? If you're still looking for inspiration, you can also check out my post from last year where I hosted my family and developed an obsession with these.
Decorating for the fourth of July
Nothing increases your home's curb appeal more than the American flag! Lord knows we've had our heated debates here in Georgia over our state flag but the you can't go wrong with "Old Glory!" I've always admired people that fly the flag year round. It's something I attempted to do when we first bought our house but then I grew tired of bringing it in and out when it rained and worrying about storing it properly. There is a whole list of flag etiquette out there that I never realized existed! My dear brother-in-law, who has proudly served our country as a Marine for almost 20 years, is quick to defend a flag that is not displayed or cared for with the utmost respect. (And rightfully he should!) Regardless of your political viewpoints, I encourage everyone to hoist those flags this Fourth of July in honor of our wonderful country. For more information regarding flag display, flag disposal and US flag code, please visit the VFW. Try these easy Fourth of July ideas from Martha Stewart to help make the holiday extra festive and special.
God bless America,
Land that I love,
Stand beside her and guide her
Thru the night with a light from above;
From the mountains, to the prairies,
To the oceans white with foam,
God bless America,
My home, sweet home.
God bless America, My home, sweet home.
Land that I love,
Stand beside her and guide her
Thru the night with a light from above;
From the mountains, to the prairies,
To the oceans white with foam,
God bless America,
My home, sweet home.
God bless America, My home, sweet home.
