fourth of july
Happy Independence Day!Happy Fourth of July Ya’ll! Have some BBQ, enjoy the day. The thing that makes this Country so great is that we can openly talk about how to make it better.
The Fourth of JulyBy Ron Beasley It’s the 4th of July, the birthday of this Republic.? It is a good day to think about how it all started.? That history has been re-written many times over the last 233 years so this might be a good day to make a resolution to become more informed.? A good place to start is? A Leap in the Dark: The Struggle to Create the American Republic?by John Ferling.? You can find my review here. The writings of Thomas Paine are another must read.? You can find an online copy of Paine’s Commo
Greener, Cleaner Fireworks On The WayHappy Independence Day, America! Hopefully many of you are out BBQing, basking in the sun (with sunscreen), catching fireflies, swimming in pools, and watching explosively beautiful fireworks. Though invented in China, Fourth of July fireworks have become a cornerstone of American culture… they’re free, they’re captivating, they’re magical… but did you know they can also be harmful to the environment and your health? Scientists are hoping to create a new kind of fireworks that wil
Independence Day and OccupationBy Steve HyndHappy Fourth of July to our American Readers. As I’ve said before, as a lifelong voter for Scottish independence I’m jealous as hell.But on your Independence Day it might be worth giving a few minutes thought to those your nation and mine occupy in Iraq and Afghanistan. They’ve been reduced to the role of “collateral damage”, told they should be greatful for being bombed into submission to our edicts, denied basic rights such as habeas corpus in our foreign prisons, tortured and abu
KMBC Sports: Ex-Chief Won’t Face Criminal Charges In WreckKMBC:KANSAS CITY, Mo. ? Jackson County authorities said former Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Rich Baldinger will not face criminal charges in a fatal traffic accident.The Missouri State Highway Patrol said 61-year-old Marilyn Walters of Grain Valley was killed Saturday when the car she was in collided with a car driven by the 49-year-old Baldinger in Blue Springs.Related Posts:Kansas First Student Workers Choose Teamsters UnionCapital-Journal: K-State to hold football campsThe Star: July
The Saturday Morning PostPhoto by Synapped Happy Fourth of July, Washington. As you might imagine, we’re all looking forward to celebrating American independence by eating charred food, kicking back with a cold beer near a pool, and, of course, watching things blow up. Due to the incredible effort involved in participating in such strenuous activities, DCist will be operating on a slightly reduced schedule today. Remember: festivities on the Mall — if you dare to brave the crowds — begin at 10 a.m. , in
Neda’s Fourth of July MessageNeda, the young and beautiful freedom-loving Iranian student was slain in cold-blood by the current Islamic regime in Iran. Almost instantly, Neda became, not only the divine call of the Iranian uprising, but, she symbolized the call for liberty around the globe. Here’s the video of Richard Roth’s report which contained the image of Neda. If either President Ronald Reagan or President John F. Kennedy were alive today, they would stand in solidarity with the Iranian people. In fact, they would
Happy Fourth of JulyHappy Independence Day! Do yourself a favor and read the Declaration of Independence out loud to your family and friends. PatriotPartner and I will be attending the Charlotte Tea Party between 11am and 3pm. I’ll try to blog or live-tweet from the event. Follow me on Twitter for updates on the Charlotte Tea Party.
Lasang Pinoy, Sundays : SucculentSucculent . Juicy. Delectable. Fleshy. One of the distinct food preparations that set Filipinos apart from other culture would be having lechon on the table during special occasions. Lechon meat is succulent. The juice oozing from the meat is flavorful and even smells good, particularly if lemongrass was part of the preparation process. I remember the times I feasted on lechon ribs, nomnoming the tasty pork. Succulent also best describe pork being cooked as an “aftermath” of l
Palin’s Resignation ? What it says about our politcal systemHaving read a number of articles concerning Governor Sarah Palin’s stunning and surprising announcement to resign the governorship of Alaska, the one that rang most true to me was National Review’s Mark Steyn’s “ Cutting Bait “.? He wrote, in part: … “In states far from the national spotlight, politics still attracts normal people. You’re a mayor or a state senator or?even the governor, but you lead a normal life. The local media are tough on you, but they know you, they live where you live,