Family, food, fun, and fireworks — those are the earmarks of a great birthday party, and Independence Day has to be the biggest one of the year. Where else can you see 306 million people joining together to celebrate one birthday?
Yes…yes, I know. We aren’t celebrating a human birth, but I don’t think that makes the celebration any less important. This birthday bash happens to be the one day each year where we set aside our political and moral differences. We proudly come together as one to celebrate the birth of our magnificent nation and the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. We also pause to remember those brave men and women who fought for the freedom and liberties we so richly enjoy today.
I’ve always loved Independence Day. Maybe it’s what the day represents — freedom. Maybe it’s because I usually spend the day in the pool or on the lake — two of my favorite pastimes. Maybe it’s because of the fireworks. No matter what age you are, those never get old. Maybe it’s all of those things.
I’m getting excited just thinking about it. We’ll be “parading” in the morning, swimming in the afternoon, and meeting up with family to shoot off fireworks at night. It’s going to be a blast — no pun intended…okay, maybe it was a tiny bit intentional.
Regardless of how you choose to celebrate the birth of our country, don’t forget to thank God for allowing you to be a part of this great nation. And while you are at it, say a few prayers for the people who are still fighting to preserve our liberty. May God keep them safe and continue to bless the “land of the free and the home of the brave.”
The countdown to the holiday has begun! Before you know it, the 4th of July will be here, and it will be time to scope out a place to watch the local fireworks shows and parades. Many festivals and firework celebrations start on Friday, which means you can celebrate twice. After all, what’s better than one fireworks show? Answer: two fireworks shows!
If you’re in Collin County, here is the list of the events near you:
For those of you who want to watch one of the hometown parades, I highly recommend the McKinney 4th of July parade. Gary and I will be participating in it this year, representing the McKinney Repertory Theatre and promoting our upcoming show, Hartburn Hotel. So, come out and see us — then buy tickets for the show which opens the following weekend (July 10)!
The parade begins at Old Wysong Parking Lot (corner of Hunt St. and N. Tennessee St.) across from the McKinney Public Library in Historic Downtown McKinney on July 4 at 10:30 a.m. Download the parade route here.
After the parade, you can stick around to check out the local car show, Veteran’s Salute and 14th annual ice cream contest.
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Bill Shuler’s blog on Friday included 10 thoughts about Moms for Mother’s Day. As we prepare to honor our mothers on Sunday, I thought these were fitting to share:
“All I am I owe to my Mother.” — George Washington
“I remember my Mother’s prayers and they have always followed me.” — Abraham Lincoln
“Do not forsake your Mother’s teaching.”– Proverbs 1:8
Mom’s heartbeat was our very first affirmation that we were not alone.
Although we made our debut wrinkled, squished and screaming, Mom thought we were the most beautiful sight she had ever seen.
A mom’s love can be found in the beauty of adoption and the wisdom of counsel.
The cord was cut at birth but the heartstrings are attached forever.
When God thought to describe his love for us he said, “As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you.”
There was a time when Mom mended scrapes and tended to bruises –- now just the thought of her brings healing.
She made you feel like your first play was Shakespeare, your first game – the World Series, your first painting – Michelangelo.
Bill also pointed out that even while Jesus was dying on the cross, he made certain that his mother would be cared for by his followers. Wow, what a strong example for us to follow — not only once a year on Mother’s Day, but all year long!
Our mothers endured 9 months of pregnancy, birth, diapers, and a whole host of other nasty duties in order to give us a good start in life. They were always there when we needed them — and still are. So, be sure to honor your mom tomorrow, but don’t stop there. Honor her in word and deed; tell her “thanks” even when it’s not a contrived holiday — it’ll mean even more to her when you do it unprompted.
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For those of you who want to watch one of the hometown parades, I highly recommend the McKinney 4th of July parade. Gary and I will be participating in it this year, representing the McKinney Repertory Theatre and promoting our upcoming show, Hartburn Hotel. So, come out and see us — then 
