These two pictures from Google Images remind me of the 4th of July when I was a child. Dad always went to town on the 3rd of July with chairs to reserve our places at the parade in the morning. It was a BIG deal. LOTS of fun. GREAT memories.

Not pictured is the family picnic in our backyard that came next. Dad would fire up the grill and burgers and dogs were always the menu for the day.  What could be better?!

Our day concluded with fireworks at the baseball field. We spread out our blankets, got comfortable on our backs, and kept our eyes trained on the sky. The show always awed!

I’m thankful for these memories. Our 4th will be a bit quieter this year. Bill and I will enjoy the day at our cabin in the mountains.

However you enjoy your day, may it be a blessing and exactly what you desire!

Some other special memories from Echoes of Grace return next Thursday. See ya’ then.

Copyright: Sue Tell, June 2025