Friday, July 4, 2008

We Hold These Truths

 

 
 



 Taking a moment to celebrate our freedom today.  

We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal.  That they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights.  That among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.  That to secure these rights governments are instituted among men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed.

  Happy Fourth of July, dear bloggers.  :)

To view more flags and expressions of patriotism, visit Kari & Kijsa.
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36 comments:

  1. amandaJuly 4, 2008 at 7:43 AM

    One of my most favorite sections...

    A great reminder for why we celebrate today.

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  2. JennyJuly 4, 2008 at 7:59 AM

    Cute table setting! I love your plates. Happy 4th of July!

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  3. Mental P MamaJuly 4, 2008 at 8:04 AM

    Same to you Mary!

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  4. AnonymousJuly 4, 2008 at 8:25 AM

    Our founding fathers were very wise men. They built this country on beliefs that hold eternal.

    Your table is perfect. And, I see your beautiful flowers in the background.

    Have a wonderful holiday.

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  5. AnonymousJuly 4, 2008 at 8:48 AM

    A LOVELY post, complete with wonderful photos. My friend and I just STARTED to collect the Liberty Blue dishes you featured in your table setting! Happy Independence Day to YOU!

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  6. UnknownJuly 4, 2008 at 9:14 AM

    Happy 4th Mary! Your table looks beautiful!

    annie

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  7. Shimmy MomJuly 4, 2008 at 9:30 AM

    Happy Independence Day! Thank you for the beautiful post!

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  8. UnknownJuly 4, 2008 at 9:42 AM

    Happy 4th of July Mary, your photographs are lovely as always. Karen

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  9. AnonymousJuly 4, 2008 at 10:04 AM

    What beautiful photos! You go to so much effort to bring us such wonderful pictures! Happy 4th to you.

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  10. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMEJuly 4, 2008 at 10:09 AM

    Your table is beautiful. You also have great flowers! Happy 4th!

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  11. Decor To AdoreJuly 4, 2008 at 10:24 AM

    Images and words such as these make my heart sing with pride. Happy 4th of July!

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  12. Terri SteffesJuly 4, 2008 at 11:06 AM

    Love your post. I love the little picture of your red house. Makes me want to see more. I hope you have a great fourth!

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  13. SuzanneJuly 4, 2008 at 12:20 PM

    Happy Fourth Mary. What a lovely table you set!!

    - Suzanne, the Farmer's Wife

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  14. kari and kijsaJuly 4, 2008 at 12:34 PM

    Beautiful! Love your red, white & blue!! Thanks for joining in teh flag parade!

    Happy Independence Day!
    kari & kijsa

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  15. AnonymousJuly 4, 2008 at 1:03 PM

    Happy 4th to you also dear Mary!
    Your table looks lovely. We are off to a picnic at a friends. I just baked a cake, and it is so hot in here! Yikes!!

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  16. Kathleen GraceJuly 4, 2008 at 2:02 PM

    Lovely table and a lovely post. Happy Fourth to you and your family!

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  17. B.July 4, 2008 at 3:34 PM

    Beautiful! I love the flags in flowers and the blue plates! Beautiful!

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  18. B.July 4, 2008 at 3:34 PM

    Beautiful! I love the flags in flowers and the blue plates! Beautiful!

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  19. littlepurplecowJuly 4, 2008 at 4:25 PM

    What a gorgeous table! Happy fourth of July to you. Thanks for sharing this at Shutter Sisters.

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  20. AnonymousJuly 4, 2008 at 6:58 PM

    Hi Mary! I love your table and love the words you've shared. Hope your day for wonderful!
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  21. Sweet Cottage DreamsJuly 4, 2008 at 7:18 PM

    Hi Mary! Lovely post and lovely table setting. We will be right over with the apple crisp and macaroni salad.

    Happy 4th!

    xo
    Becky

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  22. BittersweetPunkinJuly 4, 2008 at 8:08 PM

    Hi Mary...Happy 4th!! I hope you have a great weekend!!
    Hugs,
    Robin

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  23. HeidiJuly 5, 2008 at 1:23 AM

    Incredibly pretty pictures!...So "patriotic" & "chic" at the same time! And love your text!...Heidi :)

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  24. AnonymousJuly 5, 2008 at 1:54 AM

    Hi Mary,
    Happy 4th of July! Nice to meet you!
    Your blog is just lovely...
    I'm waving my flag high:)

    smiles,
    kayellen

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  25. Rosie's WhimsyJuly 5, 2008 at 6:33 AM

    Wonderful, Mary! And what aclassy table setting to honor our country.

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  26. VeeJuly 5, 2008 at 6:49 AM

    It made me smile to see the blue dishes, too. Hope that you and yours are enjoying a great holiday weekend!

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  27. Linda SJuly 5, 2008 at 8:01 PM

    Gorgeous settings.. hope you had a great 4th!

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  28. AnonymousJuly 5, 2008 at 8:39 PM

    Hi Mary,

    Beautiful Liberty Blue tablesetings! I trust that you have had a joyous Fourth celebration. :)

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  29. EmilyJuly 5, 2008 at 9:28 PM

    Here via Shutter Sisters...

    Beautiful table setting. Lovely shot.

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  30. MaryJuly 6, 2008 at 7:29 PM

    Duh ... how could I have forgotten my "Liberty Blue" dishes as patriotic photo opportunity??

    I use those dishes every single day and that probably why I forgot.

    Hope your day was as beautiful (and awe-inspiring) as the dishes.

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  31. Life on the EdgeJuly 6, 2008 at 8:01 PM

    Beautiful table setting. I love the blue plates!

    Kady

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  32. Elle Jay BeeJuly 6, 2008 at 10:51 PM

    Happy belated 4rth!! Beautiful photos as always...

    Linda

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  33. Indigo RobeJuly 8, 2008 at 11:04 PM

    Is that Independence Hall on those plates?!?!? GORGEOUS!!!!!

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  34. AnonymousJuly 8, 2008 at 11:41 PM

    Mary, Your 4th of July photos are great! What pattern is that Blue & White transferware?

    I've been AWOL mainly due to freelancing and my FIL who has Alzheimers. I've finally got back on board with blogging and blog reading. I've changed the format of mine to be more than decor.

    Nice to catch your blog again. As you, I love shingled houses!
    Take care, Kevin

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  35. Susie QJuly 9, 2008 at 4:21 PM

    This is so gorgeous!
    You have such treasures and a gift for setting a table!

    Love,
    Sue

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  36. Greenie GardensJuly 12, 2008 at 7:41 AM

    What great 4th decorations! It always makes you feel so proud to see all the partiotism on that day.

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