My Patriotic Side

I know it's been one of those crazy weeks for everyone. Most people were off Monday for the July 4th weekend, so there were parties to attend, vacations to take, home improvements to be done, and all kinds of other stuff going on.

I was kinda busy myself and have continued to remain busy this past week, therefore not getting the chance to get on here and post any new items. Especially when July 4th was here.....but I want you to know that I am a very proud American. The idea of traveling to any other land just gives me the "willies." I'm not that adventurous, so I'm content where I am.

Anyway, since I've been kinda preoccupied, and not blogging, I ran across something that I wanted to post. It's one of those things that almost makes you cry, makes you smile, and makes you breathe easier. Not sure how it has those capabilities, but it just is a great reminder of why I love America. I'm sure there are some that would argue that the Gaither Vocal Band do a better rendition of this, but this one is my favorite.

This is from my patriotic side of life.......

And just in case you have any trouble figuring out the words he's saying the first few lines, the lyrics are :

Oh beautiful, for heroes proved,
In liberating strife,
Who more than self, our country loved,
And mercy more than life,

America, America, may God thy gold refine,
Till all success be nobleness
And every gain devined.