I wrote this in 2020. It’s a simple reminder of a time when learning about patriotism was an important part of my upbringing.
Happy Birthday, America!
Proud To Be An American…
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Great post then and still great now.Happy Fourth, Steve.
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Thanks, John. My best to you and the Producer, Twiggy, as well. Your flag pole is awesome.
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Thank you. The flag is put there by the high school symphonic kids. It is a fund raiser every year. You sign up and donate and every holiday you get a flag..
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Nice tradition it reminds me that I need a flag upgrade. Mine is getting faded. We spread flags around the side and front of our house, 40+ small flags.
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Unfortunately, displaying the flag is becoming a lost practice based on our neighborhood count. Although, there is a Russian emigrant family down the street who is flying the American flag. Good for them.
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Thank you very much.
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Happy 4th of July, Steve! Your 2020 post was well worth repeating.
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Thanks, Liz. It brings back good memories. Hope you had a great day.
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You’re welcome, Steve.
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Hi Steve, a lovely post 💕🌺
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