"We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal,
that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights,
that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness."
"That
to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving
their just powers from the consent of the governed."
"It is the Right of
the People . . . to institute new Government,
laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in
such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and
Happiness."
"We, therefore, the Representatives of the united States of America . . . do, in the Name, and by Authority
of the good People of these Colonies, solemnly publish and declare, That
these United Colonies are, and of Right ought to be Free and
Independent States."
"And for the support of this Declaration, with a firm reliance on the
protection of divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our
Lives, our Fortunes and our sacred Honor."
"In Congress, July 4, 1776"
I know that we can come together and fulfill the ideals of our founding declaration. Enjoy the Fourth and all that it brings us!
If you need ideas for celebrations, you may want to see these designed for four (or less!): A Casual Fourth of July, A Relaxed Red White and Blue Table and A Patriotic Table for the Fourth.
How gorgeous!Happy 4th!
ReplyDeleteAwe thanks Maristella! I'm so glad you stopped by!
DeletePretty display! Happy Independence Day.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Thelma! Not the usual holiday but we'll enjoy it just the same!
DeleteLove your Lady Liberty nutcracker! Happy July 4th!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Debbee! I've had her for years, from a long-gone store. Happy Fourth!!
DeleteI hope you were able to enjoy the holiday. The table setting and nutcracker are perfect together. Thanks for sharing this week. #HomeMattersParty
ReplyDeleteThank you, Donna. We had a nice holiday, punctuated by some neighborhood fireworks.
DeleteLovely post Sandra. Those words are so important right now! Love your Lady Liberty and the gorgeous setting too!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Denise! I hope that in the midst of the parties and barbecues that we take a moment to reflect on how we came to be. Hope you have a great holiday celebration
DeleteThis is a lovely setting for a summer meal. Your Lady Liberty is standing strong and proud!
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Thanks, Carol! I've had Lady Liberty a very long time. Thank you for stopping by!
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ReplyDeleteI love your liberty nutcracker. Adorable. Your table is beautiful as always. Congratulations, you are being featured on Thursday Favorite Things. I hope you stop by.
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Hugs,
Bev
What a nice surprise, Bev! Thank you!
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