Celebrating This Wonderful Country’s Independence
on Tuesday, 28 June 2022. Posted in Doctor of Fitness
“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.”
These words from our Declaration of Independence are without doubt some of the most famous ever written. Not only that, they are some of the most truly beautiful in the English language.
When July 4th rolls around each year in the United States, we often find ourselves celebrating in the same old ways—perhaps with grilling hotdogs and watching fireworks. While there’s nothing wrong with that, this year try adding a new family tradition to the mix, something that commemorates the holiday with a little more thought to patriotism or history. Here are a few ideas:
Fly a flag. It doesn’t have to be a regulation flag flying in your yard! Invite the family to make a chalk-drawn flag in the driveway. Decorate t-shirts with fabric paints. Create a dessert that looks flag-like.
Celebrate your unalienable right to move your body. Add more fun to a backyard barbecue with horseshoes, badminton, or even dancing. Or try heading to the beach or a park for some exercise.
Use your right to free speech. Write a poem about what freedom means to you. Create a new song about America and record it. Express yourself!
Independence Day is part of every American’s heritage. Celebrate in a way that’s special to you and your family—that's one of your privileges, too!