Saturday, July 4, 2009

Happy 4th!




Today is a distinctly American holiday---one of my very favorites.  I practically bleed red, white and blue, so you can bet that the stars and stripes are out in full force at my place. 

Even with a pool party, picnic and fireworks on tap, I can't help but be reminded of my Liberian boys and, an ocean away, the Liberian flag that flies over their orphanage.   

I see the Liberian 
lone star everywhere in decorations I've had 15 years or more.  I could swear Uncle Sam is even holding a Liberian flag.

If you haven't read the "Meant to Be" post in the sidebar on the left, I hope you will.   

The story behind that quilt and what it represents to our family just might give you goose bumps.   


It does me.

2 comments:

Jeri said...

Happy 4th! Thinking about you and know that you will be sporting the red, white & blue. Miss you!

jena said...

I have several, okay many, one star pieces myself. Oh Liberia, you are on my heart!