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Oh Say Can You See… – 4th Of July
“Oh say can you see, by the dawns early light…..” Miss Hyatt, my second grade teacher, had the greatest impact in teaching me about patriotism. She was a patriot from the word go. She loved the flag, George Washington, The Constitution and all the patriotic songs. So… we learned all the songs… from the Star…
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Rural Living And Hometown Celebration
Rural living has its advantages when it come to a hometown 4th of July celebration. It’s relaxing… no traffic to beat in order to get to the parade on time… no long lines to the rodeo grounds… and everybody gets front seats for the fireworks show. My family and I love to spend time at…
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A Little 4th Of July Trivia
We all know the history of the 4th of July centers around the Declaration Of Independence from the England, the motherland. But…here’s an interesting little story I’d like to share with you on this great day of celebration! So sit back… and enjoy! Benjamin Franklin was the first to be asked by the Continental Congress…
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4th Of July Hot Air Balloon Festival
The morning sun had not crested the east mountains at Provo’s 4th of July Hot Air Balloon Festival, when several hundred people gathered to see the launching of the balloons. Me… included. Every year, hot air balloons arrive from all over the country with their pilots and crew to entertain the crowd. Usually, I don’t…