Happy Birthday, America!

You are 234 years old today (more or less).   You're still growing and maturing, but still holding fast to the beliefs and the passions of your youth. 

God bless America

and all who dwell between her shores

Did you know John Adams was the first to suggest that July 4th be celebrated with parades, "illuminations", games, sports, and devotion to God?  

Did you know John Adams and Thomas Jefferson both signed the Declaration of Independence and both died on its 50th anniversary, July 4, 1826?