A new appreciation for the 4th

As a child I looked forward to the 4th of July and the three "f's"

• Food
• Family
• Fireworks

As I grew up I gained a better understanding of the meaning of the Fourth as a citizen and as a bicentinial baby (my mom still saves the bicentinial quarters for me). Now that I'm a father I get to see the excitement and awe of my kids at the fireworks, the other kids running around, the parades and all the other festivities. I have the responsibility to also teach them why we celebrate the 4th and to honor those you make it possible for the celebration to continue. Happy Birthday to the United States of America.