Independence Day

We are settling in to life here in Brazil, and I am enjoying learning about the culture of this country, but one thing that I really miss, is that patriotic feeling during a holiday such as the 4th of July. I really enjoy all things patriotic, and I miss that swelling of pride and the lump in your throat when you hear the Star Spangled Banner played, or when you see soldiers bravely serving our country. I miss seeing the flag waving on flagpoles.

Yesterday we gathered with a group of American missionaries, and celebrated Independence Day. We all donned our red, white, and blue apparel and had a good old American cookout with hamburgers, hot dogs, potato salad, baked beans and all the fixings. We spent the day eating, playing games and having a great time of fellowship. We ended it all with a small fireworks display. I am thankful for the fellow Americans and friends that the Lord has allowed us to get to know here in Brazil.