Growing up, I was raised in a very patriotic family.
We raised our flag for each and everyone of our nations celebrations.
My father actually installed a beautiful flag pole in our yard that we were all very proud of.
Today we always fly our flag each and everyday.
Since 911 we have not taken it down except to replace it when worn.
Our flag is a permanent part of our home.
And, if you fly a flag 24/7 it is proper etiquette
to have it lit with a spotlight during the night time hours.
The First Flag!
Our Flag is a symbol of service
and on June 14th 1777 the Continental Congress
passed the first Flag Act which resolved
that the flag of the United States be made of 13 stripes in red and white
and the union should be 13 stars with a blue background.
In 1818 the Act provided that the 13 stripes represented the 13 colonies
and one star for each state to be added on the 4th of July
following admission of each new state and signed by President Monroe.
Thus we have the flag we know today.
Whatever you plan for this Independence Day
I hope you have happy and safe times with family and friends
and look towards our flag with honor and pride in America.
From our home to yours
Happy 4th of July!
Be Blessed
xo
