4th of July 2012

I love Independence Day! It means so much to me and my family after all my hubby is a veteran and my dad, my father-in-law, James' uncle and my grandfather. Our son is named after a friend who died in Iraq.
I remember the 4th of July when James was in Iraq and how emotional it was. We went to the big celebration & fireworks show on base. It was really amped up since all our guys were at war. That is the year I learned and felt
the true meaning of Independence Day.
This year we had some close friends over and we grilled and did fireworks and really enjoyed the night with some great people. When it was dark and the fireworks were going off and the wind was blowing I couldn't help but think of the 4th of July in CA when James was in Iraq.
I think God that I am blessed to live in this Country.
Some pictures from this year....