Happy Fourth of July to my divas celebrating here in the United States and welcome to Thankful Thursday! Today, of course, I’m thankful for independence. I hope your families have a fantastic day – whether you’re traveling or staying close to home. Remember to be safe and take a moment to pause and reflect on today’s meaning. Remember we’re celebrating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence – a document that began our journey as a new nation – independent states no longer dependent on Great Britain.
As you focus on Independence Day and the meaning behind it, also, take a moment to pause and think if there are anythings in your life that you need to draft a Declaration of Independence from – depression, financial woes, negativity, draining relationships, unhealthy behaviors… I challenge you to release anything that may be holding you down or back from your goals and journey through life. Press forward and keep your head up high.
What are you thankful for this week?
Does your family do anything special to commemorate the 4th of July?
Bloggers, feel free to link-up your gratitude posts and connect with others this week.
This week I’m linking up with and supporting There’s Just One Mommy, The Fontenot Four, Friendship Friday
healy088 says
We had a great celebration of 4th of July! Nice post!
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aemcgregor says
i am not an American citizen but I love America. It is my family’s home and forever thankful to be free.
Chubskulit Rose says
I am thankful too and salute to those who fought to give us our freedom.
Nova S says
We are thankful that this day has come for us to be freed.
Melinda Kuffler Dunne says
I love your idea of writing a declaration for my life. I hadn't thought of doing that.
becca112971 says
Happy fourth hope you had a great one
Jennifer Williams says
What a great post, Happy 4th!!
Cyndie Norell says
Glad you had a wonder 4th
patricia says
What a great idea! I never thought about doing that before. Hope you had a wonderful 4th.
Rita Von says
I take a trip to the shore for the day each year.
Sharon Williams says
Great reminder that freedom comes on many levels! Happy 4th! and happy independence day for all of us Moms!
Chavonne H says
It’s so crazy how so many of us don’t celebrate the actual holiday meaning but instead use it as another meaning or just a reason to eat lots of foods. I actually never knew what the 4th of July was for exactly and I don’t think my Mom does either. Definitely something to reflect on.
OneMommy says
Love the idea of making it a real independence day and freeing yourself from something that has been holding you back!
Thanks so much for linking up this week!
Ugochi says
Thank God for independence, and the liberty that Christ gives!
misssrobin says
I love the idea of declaring independence from something in my life. I’m going to think about this a bit to figure out just what that might be. Thanks for the tip!
Happy Sharefest. I hope you have a lovely weekend.
Rabia @TheLiebers says
I am thankful for a country with the freedom to make my own choices for myself and my family. I’ll admit to getting a bit weepy explain it to my children (3, 6 and 9) on Thursday.
Renae Cruz says
This is such a great post! There are definitely things that are important to let go of. Things that hold me back. Thank you for reminding me to let go!
Beth Moody says
Oh my, this is a wonderful idea.
Carri Schutter says
Happy 4th to you and your family! God Bless!
Michelle says
Thanks Carri! Same to you and yours!