Recently, I have read comments about the USA not being what it used to be and that folks have lost their patriotism etc. Well, it is alive and well in Utah!

I participated in the Freedom Festival Parade and watched the crowd stand in respect for the flag as it passed by. They then stood again as the military marched. Most parade goers were clad in red, white, and/or blue. The parade honored servicemen/women (both living and dead) for their sacrifices. They also honored firefighters and police officers.
On July 3rd 2015 we had the "Candy Bomber" speak about his experiences and then the children got to catch candy dropped from the skies.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QXTJ_SNk7JA
For more information on the Candy Bomber:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uH1gAj73nWo
On the 4th of July we had a group hang a flag, a very large flag in a canyon. I have added videos of the flag for those interested. I traveled to see it in person last night. I was amazed at the number of people that drove to see this. It was touching and I was overjoyed to see so many interested.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gF7ehkTwiCo&
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RGf_U1LqVZI


While I personally have no issues with other Countries and I believe we should all live in peace... I am thankful that where I live folks still appreciate and honor those that protect our freedoms and our lives. I hope the place you live has abundant natural beauty and wonderful folks like we do here.