Happy Fourth of July weekend! Yay! Love this time of year. :)

America, you're 239 years old today! And more beautiful than ever. : D

Lately, I have been thinking of how we have so much to be happy about being Americans. It is not always obvious at times especially when you're struggling with your own concerns.  I know too there's been a lot of conflict and struggle in many important issues all across the country. But our country is moving forward in so many amazing ways today. Our economy is doing well and we have so much going for us as a country as a whole.

To all the brave men and women who have defended our liberty at home and abroad, thank you! Thank you for keeping us safe, independent, strong and democratic - no small task. Thank you.

This year has been a special one. There's so much to be happy about! Up!