Happy 4th of July!

I know that the state of our nation is not the best right now. The economy is bad and with the upcoming election, who knows where we will be headed? However, I still feel that we are blessed and privileged to live in America. I often wonder what my life would be like if I had been born in another country, specifically a third world country. And I am also thankful and grateful to have been born into a Christian family and in a country where we are free to worship the way we want. Because I was raised the was I was, it's hard for me to imagine not growing up that way. But sadly many people do. In America we are also blessed with many other rights, privileges, and luxuries that other's do not have as well. So in spite of how we all may feel about our country and our leaders right now, let's remember that we truly do have it pretty good. And don't forget to remember the ones who fought to gain and maintain your freedom.
Have a happy and safe 4th!