FReeper Canteen ~ Happy 247th Birthday, America! ~ 04 July 2023

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[Kathy in Alaska]

The FReeper Canteen Presents...

~ Independence Day, July 4, 1776 ~

Preamble to the Declaration of Independence

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.

That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed, That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or abolish it, and to institute new Government, laying its foundation on such principles, and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness.

Prudence, indeed, will dictate that Governments long established should not be changed for light and transient causes; and accordingly all experience hath shewn, that mankind are more disposed to suffer, while evils are sufferable, than to right themselves by abolishing the forms to which they are accustomed. But when a long train of abuses and usurpations, pursuing invariably the same Object, evinces a design to reduce them under absolute Despotism, it is their right, it is their duty, to throw off such Government, and to provide new Guards for their future security.

Star Spangled Banner

US Army

US Marine Corps

US Navy

US Air Force

US Coast Guard

God Bless The USA

American Patrol

The Liberty Bell

I Pledge My Allegiance

Stars & Stripes Forever

My Country Tis of Thee

The FReeper Canteen Presents...

~ Independence Day, July 4, 1776 ~

Preamble to the Declaration of Independence

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.

That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed, That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or abolish it, and to institute new Government, laying its foundation on such principles, and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness.

Prudence, indeed, will dictate that Governments long established should not be changed for light and transient causes; and accordingly all experience hath shewn, that mankind are more disposed to suffer, while evils are sufferable, than to right themselves by abolishing the forms to which they are accustomed. But when a long train of abuses and usurpations, pursuing invariably the same Object, evinces a design to reduce them under absolute Despotism, it is their right, it is their duty, to throw off such Government, and to provide new Guards for their future security.

Star Spangled Banner

US Army

US Marine Corps

US Navy

US Air Force

US Coast Guard

God Bless The USA

American Patrol

The Liberty Bell

I Pledge My Allegiance

Stars & Stripes Forever

My Country Tis of Thee

[Kathy in Alaska]

~ Happy 247th Birthday, America! ~

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Hi Everybody!

(((HUGS)))

[Kathy in Alaska]

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!!

Hello Veterans, wherever you are!!

[PROCON]

Thanks Kathy!

[EvilCapitalist]

Needs the 1812 Overture. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUpuAvQQrC0

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, ML...((HUGS))...got any gigs on the 4th? How does Tippy handle fireworks?

You and Tippy and Blue have a great Independence Day!

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In the 50 years that I have had doggies, Tippy is the FIRST one who is NOT afraid of fireworks.

I keep bracing myself for her to get hysterical and she just shrugs it off.

Brave girl! :-0

[Kathy in Alaska]

WOW, just WOW!! The Musical Society of Algemesí (Spain) did a wonderful job. Loved the cannons, loved the fireworks, and LOVED the bells!!

Good evening, EvilCapitalist...thanks!! ((HUGS))

[EvilCapitalist]

You’re very welcome. I used to like when the Boston Pops would play the 1812 overture.

[luvie]

[luvie]

IN HONOR OF THE BEAUTIFUL FULL MOON
IT'S THE JULY BUCK MOON

Benny Goodman Sextet~How High The Moon

Craig Chaquico/Russ Freeman~Samba Del Luna

Glenn Miller~Moonlight Serenade

Gregg Karukas~Moonlit Breeze

Butch Helemano~Lover's Moon

Miner~Paper Moon

Neil Young~Harvest Moon

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good girl, Tippy!!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Pro...Happy 4th of July!

[Kathy in Alaska]

ML is in first...!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Pro is in second...!!

[luvie]

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!
Aaron Tippin~The Stars & Stripes & The Eagle Flies

[The Mayor]

July 4

Unchanging God

Bible in a Year:

• Job 28–29
• Acts 13:1–25

God blesses those who patiently endure testing and temptation.

James 1:12 nlt

An iconic photo shows the tread of a boot against a gray background. It’s astronaut Buzz Aldrin’s footprint, which he left on the moon in 1969. Scientists say that footprint is likely still there, unchanged after all these years. Without wind or water, nothing on the moon gets eroded, so what happens on the lunar landscape stays there.

It’s even more awesome to reflect on the constant presence of God Himself. James writes, “Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows” (James 1:17). The apostle puts this in the context of our own struggles: “When troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy” (v. 2 nlt). Why? Because we’re loved by a great and unchanging God!

In times of trouble, we need to remember God’s constant provision. Perhaps we might recall the words of the great hymn “Great Is Thy Faithfulness”: “There is no shadow of turning with thee; / thou changest not, thy compassions, they fail not; / as thou hast been thou forever wilt be.” Yes, our God has left His permanent footprint on our world. He will always be there for us. Great is His faithfulness.

Reflect & Pray

What kind of troubles are you facing today? How does understanding God’s unchanging presence help you in your struggles?

Dear God, I’m discouraged because of these hardships of late. I worry about how things will turn out. Yet I know You’re there and will provide. Help me to rest in that assurance.

[luvie]

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!
Chris Botti~Star Spangled Banner

[radu]

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To all our military men and women, past and present,

THANK YOU
for your service!