Day 33 - 34: My Fourth of July

My Fourth of July was a little different than everyone's at home. I am sick again, unfortunately, so mine was spent in bed. But with some positive thinking, prayer and a long talk with my dad, I worked on trying not to be sorry for myself, but look at everything in perspective. I posted this last night on my Facebook, but I thought I would share it on here for those who didn't read it.

Although I am thousands of miles away from home in a country where Fourth of July is just another day to them, I am very thankful for those who have, are and will fight for this country I am proud to call mine. Thank you Anthem Lights for sharing with the nation a compilation of songs that ring true of our pride and joy for being Americans. I might not be at a cookout stuffing food in my mouth or watching fireworks pop and crack above me, but I stand up to salute my country for its fight for independence 241 years ago and showing the countries around us that we would not deal with bull crap any longer. That we would stand tall, with heads held high, for what we believed was right. I might not be political about how our country is or how it is being run, but I am thankful for this country I live in and love. Enjoy your Fourth of July and remember why we are really celebrating this day of freedom.

Anthem Lights America Medley

Today, I will help clean what is left in the guest house before the team comes in tonight. 19 total, including 15 girls ranging from high school, college and adults with two couples. They will be here to teach a group of girls in one of the local communities how to dance with the intention of hosting a dance recital for the community at the end of their time here. I will post more about that at a later date when I have more details of it all. 

Anyway, I hope everyone has a great day. Talk to you soon!