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In reply to the discussion: Is it just me or does anyone else feel like celebrating July 4th is a moot point [View all]Attilatheblond
(7,214 posts)36. I didn't put out all my Christmas decorations and no tree inside last December
But my large scale Halloween decorations will go on as planned this fall, with my usual display saluting the Mexican traditions for Dia de Los Muetros as part of my pagan celebration display. The Hispanic kids in my neighborhood always appreciate it, but not nearly as much as I appreciate them and the many ways they have welcomed us 'white people' into their traditions, lands, and loving families.
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Is it just me or does anyone else feel like celebrating July 4th is a moot point [View all]
mdbl
Jun 28
OP
I didn't put out all my Christmas decorations and no tree inside last December
Attilatheblond
Jun 29
#36
Guess I should not have worried about taking a single .16 gauge shotgun blast
Jack Valentino
Jun 29
#25
I love "1776" now, but the first time I saw it, I was offended by Jefferson's
Jack Valentino
Jun 29
#26
In his defense, he was married to a 28-year-old Blythe Danner, so I'll cut him some slack.
Xavier Breath
Jun 29
#31
No plans. No parades. Maybe I'll eat a hot dog, putter around and have some quiet respect for the holiday.
dameatball
Jun 28
#11
We should hold events across the country Reading Out Loud the Delecaration of Independence
Nictuku
Jun 29
#20
I would LIKE to celebrate this July 4th by "shooting off some fireworks"---
Jack Valentino
Jun 29
#27
I'll be remembering the America that was once the great hope of generations.
mucholderthandirt
Jun 29
#32