"They tell us, sir, that we are weak; unable to cope with so formidable an adversary. But when shall we be stronger? Will it be the next week, or the next year? Will it be when we are totally disarmed, and when a British guard shall be stationed in every house? Shall we gather strength … Continue reading Patrick Henry’s Call to Arms: Liberty or Death
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4 Founding Documents Every American Should Read
After about a three week hiatus, I'm back and just in time for Independence Day. My beautiful America is turning 248 years old today. You didn't think I would pass up the opportunity to celebrate with a post, did you? If you were to show up at my family's Independence Day celebration, you would find … Continue reading 4 Founding Documents Every American Should Read
The Cost Of Freedom
Franklin D. Roosevelt once said, "Those who have long enjoyed such privileges as we enjoy forget in time that men have died to win them." America has carried the distinct privilege of being the only nation in the world where freedom has reigned since our inception. For over 200 years, we have enjoyed freedom's sweet … Continue reading The Cost Of Freedom
How Well Do You Know America?
I decided to do something fun today in honor of Independence Day coming up. Who doesn't enjoy a good quiz to test their knowledge? (Okay, let's be real here. I usually can't resist taking quizzes like this, and then I bemoan life when they throw in a trick question and I fall for it.) But … Continue reading How Well Do You Know America?
Seize the Fight Cover Reveal
I have the privilege of participating in the cover reveal for a new anthology that is coming out! And let me tell you, it is going to be great! But before we reveal what the rest of the cover looks like, let's find out more about the book itself. Seize the Fight Freedom. Liberty. Independence. … Continue reading Seize the Fight Cover Reveal
National Moment of Silence
Every Memorial Day our country observes a nation wide moment of silence to remember our fallen heroes. At 3 o'clock local time, Americans are asked to pause and observe a moment of silence, contemplating the cost of the freedom we enjoy and honoring our nation's fallen who paid for it. I am posting this early … Continue reading National Moment of Silence
Heroes Never Die// Forever We’ll Remember: Memorial Day
What do you say for Memorial Day? What words can adequately describe the grief, sorrow, and humble gratitude that swells in our hearts for the price that has been paid for our freedom? What can be said to show that we have not forgotten and will not forget each of the heroes who have died … Continue reading Heroes Never Die// Forever We’ll Remember: Memorial Day
The Perfect Sacrifice// Forever We’ll Remember Day 4
Memorial Day is all about remembering the sacrifice of others on our behalf. Throughout the years of our nation's existence, the price of freedom has been paid for us by others. The price is always paid in blood. From the first blood that was spilled on our own soil in the War for Independence all … Continue reading The Perfect Sacrifice// Forever We’ll Remember Day 4