Land of the free and the home of the brave
These are rough times in our country. The recession has left many a family with housing woes, job losses, reduced home values and a myriad of financial difficulties. My family and I are blessed. Both my husband and I have jobs, as do all of our children. We are all relatively healthy. We have friends and family members who love and care about us. Our oldest daughter and her husband just closed on a new house last week and are ready for company this holiday weekend.
I tell you these things not to brag, but as a gentle reminder of the possibilities for Americans in this great country. Unlike other places in the world, when we hold a national election, we peacefully accept the choice of the majority. Young people aren’t losing their lives on our soil because they disagree with a political choice. We may not always agree with the people’s choice or a government decision, but we give ourselves the right to speak our mind about such things, without worry of reprisals.
This weekend, many will gather far and near with family and friends for cookouts and parties under the guise of celebrating our country’s birth and the great freedoms we enjoy. Let’s not forget that this is what July 4th is all about and remember those in distant lands who fight for our right and privilege to do just that. Celebrate your freedoms! Happy Independence Day!
Posted by Sharon Walker
Tags: independence day, july 4th
I read your blog and just want to let you know that you and your family are very lucky. I speak with so many people who are struggling. It doesn’t mean that these people are not grateful to live in the U.S.A. It doesn’t mean that they are not aware of the possiblities that still exist here. But people are suffering.
Now is the time to buy a property while the prices are low and interest rates are down. But the same people that would love to buy, can’t. Why not? Their credit is compromised because of their financial hardships. Even if they get a job and try to get on their feet financially their credit will hold them back. It only takes a short time to lose 100’s of points on your credit, but often takes years to build it back up again.
G-d Bless America!
July 13th, 2009 at 8:46 pm
Thank you Sharon for your warm hearted response. We understand they’re people suffering financially & emotionally and our hearts go out to them.
July 15th, 2009 at 7:12 am