Today is our nation's official birthday, though to be fair we as a nation have gone through several rebirths in our short history as a country. Many times I think we lack that perspective, that as a nation we are relatively young compared to the rest of the world. That we've gone through such a tumultuous history in such a short period of time however, I think gives us such a unique perspective and view.
In any event, today is the day some of us get off work, some of us drink a few brews, still others burn some mammal flesh over fire like our ancestors of yore, and still others toil on this day yearning for something better.
Myself, I like to keep today low key and hunker down and appreciate the gifts this nation has given me. My wife and I settled down and hunkered in the basement to avoid the cacophony of noise outside. I did however take a small break to step outside for a smoke (I really need to start using that vape tech), once my wife settled down for sleep; and was struck by the smell in the air. Very distinct that it was the smell of sulpher, gunpowder, etc... from the various people in my little burb on this planet setting off fireworks in celebration of this nations official Bday.