“For every moment of peace, liberty, & greatness our country enjoys, we have someone who has worn a uniform to thank.”
United States Army
United States Navy
United States Air Force
United States Marine Corps
United States Coast Guard
Thank you.
I hope you’re enjoying a little rest, relaxation and holiday fun as you celebrate the Fourth!
We plan to enjoy some boating time on the lake and enjoy the fireworks . . .
And Gracie’s hoping there will plenty of treats!
The winner of a Winter Delight Collection 20 Assorted Ornaments Set from Tree Classics is Laurie.
I’ll be in touch with you by email for your mailing address so Tree Classics can get your ornaments to you.
Tree Classics will be announcing the winner of their Brentwood Glistening White Pine Tree on their Facebook page.
However you celebrate Independence Day, spend a few moments to remember and give thanks for our military men and women and their families, whose service and sacrifice allow us to live in freedom.
America is the Land of the Free Because of the Brave.
Wishing you a Safe & Happy Independence Day. . .
from Our Boat to Yours!
Love this post. It is so patriotic and makes one appreciate all our military.
Thank you for this wonderful post. I esp. like the flags and your patriotic words that recognize our freedoms
Mary, thank you for your wonderful post for the Fourth. My husband is retired Navy and know he really appreciates any and all tributes to the military.
Hope you and your family enjoy a wonderful Fourth as well.
I loved this post. Full of ideas🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷
You have paid a very special tribute to all branches of our great military and their families. My Dad served in Normandy and my brother in Vietnam Nam. Loved seeing Gracie. She looks happier and not grieving so much. She is so precious.
Love the holiday tree! Hope you have a grand Fourth of July!
Wonderful post! Grew up a military brat and numerous family members in the military.
Have a glorious and safe 4th! 🎆🎇
Beautiful! Happy 4th! Thank you to all who have and are serving!
CONGRATULATIONS LAURIE!! HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY EVERYONE!! HOORAY FOR THE RED WHITE AND BLUE!! FREEDOM, FAMILY, FRIENDS, FUN AND THE FLAG!! GOD BLESS AMERICA and GOD BLESS OUR MILITARY!! 🇺🇸❤️🇺🇸❤️🇺🇸❤️🇺🇸❤️🇺🇸❤️
Thanks Mary, have a safe & Happy 4th
Happy 4th Mary. You have shared a lovely post honoring those who serve. We are proud Americans and so thankful for our freedom. Enjoy this special holiday. Love your Patriotic decor.
Thank you for this very special tribute to our servicemen, my son in law is one month away from retirement from the Army, my husband served in the Navy and my Dad was a veteran on WWII, much appreciated. Congratulations to Laurie on her win. HAPPY 4TH OF JULY to all.
Great post, so wonderful to have all the armed forces flags on display! Happy Independence Day!
Happy, happy Independence Day Mary!!!
Oh, how special is this! Just wonderful! Beautiful pictures! Thank you for always honoring our military and yes we are so thankful for those who have served and are currently serving. God bless America and God bless You! Love the sun coming through on the boat flag and the lovely sunset! Awesome! Happy 4th and congrats to Laurie.😃🇺🇸♥️
What a great post and a great day for our country! My Dad served in the Navy in WWII in the Pacific (he was at Pearl on 7 Dec)and stayed in the Navy for 38 yrs. My brother and cousins were in Viet Nam. We owe all who serve a great thank you and so much more for all they do to keep us free. Sorry, I’m an awful flag waver and our home/porches look a lot like yours.
Happy 4th, everyone!
Thanks for making me remember to stop and appreciate what this day is really about!
And good job on the shot of flag with setting sun right behind the stars on the flag….I notice all the small things in your photography!!!
I love all there is about the post!!! You have said it so well!!! Happy 4th to you and yours, Mary!!!
We’re landlocked till our baby grand comes, hopefully today… he’s already late! So these look super divine!
What wonderful photos of all the flags, dear Mary! Thank you for making us remember to give thanks for our freedom on this special day. I hope Gracie gets lots of treats, too! Happy 4th to you!
Mary – Wishing you and yours a very Happy 4th of July ❤️🇺🇸💙
Hugs, Dorinda
I love this post recognizing the branches of our military. We are truly indebted to the soldiers who have given their lives. America is THE best place to live. Grateful to be an American.
Happy 4th of July🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Best wishes for a safe holiday!
Happy 4th of July🇺🇸, Mary.
I love your beautiful 4th of July tree! So different and Captivating. All of the pictures, especially of Gracie, are Gorgeous!! Thank you so much for Elevating this special holiday!!!
Lovely Mary! We are so very thankful for all of those who’ve given their lives and continue to this day to protect our freedom.
The second to last photo of this post (all are pretty) is amazing. Your flag is flying off the back of your boat and the sun is setting just right to shine through the “stars” on the flag. Your photography!!!
We just drove by your Lake yesterday and stayed in a local area after our gorgeous road trip to Charleston and Savannah.
I loved seeing all the flags!
A great appreciation to ALL of our military!
Happy 4th my friend!
Thank you Mary for giving recognition to our servicemen and women! Freedom is not Free! GOD BLESS AMERICA!! Your pictures are beautiful!
Hi Mary-Love your Independence Day post. Seeing all of the military flags warms my heart & we are proud Americans! The photo of the sunset behind the flag is wonderful. Thanks to all for the military service & the sacrifices involved to keep our country free. Congrats to Laurie! Clara 🇺🇸
Hi Mary-Love your Independence Day post. Seeing all of the military flags warms my heart & we are proud Americans! The photo of the sunset behind the flag is wonderful. Thanks to all for the military service & the sacrifices involved to keep our country free. Congrats to Laurie! Clara 🇺🇸
I’m betting Gracie had plenty of treats!!! I hope you had a few too Mary-enjoy:@)
Mary, I know your day was fabulous! We have a big fireworks over our river, but we didn’t get to go this year. I am looking forward to sharing Floral Friday!
Winning the ornament giveaway made my 4th of July extra extra special!!! Thank you Mary for your tribute to the military, they are so deserving of our support. Hope you all had a wonderful day, I truly enjoy this blog and everyone’s comments 🇺🇸💕🇺🇸💕
Hi Laurie! I forwarded your address to Tree Classics so look for your ornaments to arrive soon! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Thank you Mary, what a beautiful post!! Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸