Our American flag.

Proud to be an American…  I don’t think it can be explained, American pride that is.  For me, it just is a part of me, no matter where I’ve lived.  During my last visit home, I particularly noticed all of the American flags waving on flag poles at everyone’s homes.  It was so nice to see!

My parents’ American flag is put up every day. I remember having this be one of my jobs as a child.

Always at the front! Ellen and Darryl ‘s American flag.

As long as the weather is good, you will usually find the flag outside, and in good condition.

Ed & Jen’s flag in perfect condition.

Rob & Lisa’s flag looks really nice in the breeze.

I bet my friends are going to smile when they see their flags here.  I just loved seeing them (the friends and the flags!).

Independence Day Cake!

The 4th of July celebrations usually involve a parade, and then getting together with friends and family for a barbeque or picnic, and field games.    The activities would be finished off with some spectacular fireworks after dark.  It really is a wonderful way to celebrate!

American flag cake.

I don’t know where I got it in my head to try making a flag cake this year.  Thankfully, I had the help of my daughter.  It was a bit time consuming (I think we work kinda slow!), but it was neat to have something different.  We celebrated a bit early with this cake, which gave me the chance to post it here! 🙂

Even though we live abroad, we still celebrate.  We’ll be meeting some other Americans for a family picnic.  Might not have a parade, but it’ll have the American spirit!

Happy 4th of July!
Dana