For me and my family, we celebrate the holiday every year. And in our hometown, we have a parade that celebrates this holiday. Does your neighborhood celebrate the Fourth of July with something special?
The parade usually starts in the morning. The time is probably my only complaint since I’m not a morning person. Would you get up early to go to a parade?
My family and I walk from our home to where the parade normally goes through, which is from the Celebration Middle School to downtown Celebration.
Several things stand out to me about the parade. One is the unique floats. Another is the organizations that participate in the parade. Lastly is the free stuff they throw at us. These range from candy to gift cards (like some from Chick fil A). Do you look forward to receiving free stuff from a parade?
This is just one of the many memories of the Fourth Of July for me. Do you have any memories about the Fourth of July?
- CH
Yes, I love summer for a variety of reasons, but I will admit I lament the fact that Christmas is so far away. Not so much because I miss the gifts or the Christmas cookies. It’s the special spirit that I yearn to have. I love the happiness in the simple—a baby born in a manger. The spreading of “good news of a great joy.” The music that makes me smile no matter what’s going on in my life. The hope of a true love that will not end.
I think that’s why I write romance novels and especially Christmas romance novels. I love combining the two to create a happily ever after.
In celebration of love stories and the happiest time of year, I am putting all my Christmas eBooks on sale for the month of July. For only $.99 you can get a story that will put a smile on your face.
Now I know, some people don’t like to think of wintery wonderlands while sipping a cool drink by the pool. I get that. So why not choose a Florida Christmas? Check out the “Christmas in Charity” series by clicking here.
Be sure to grab a whole bunch of them before the price goes back up.
And if you’re looking for a Fourth of July novella, you can get your copy of “Fireworks on the Fourth” for free by clicking here.
- M.M.
Trying out ChatGPT to see what all the fuss is about and decided to use it for my blog this month...
I’ve been a loyal Jacksonville Jaguars fan for years—which means I’ve basically earned an honorary PhD in disappointment. Every season I get my hopes up like it’s a new relationship: “This time it’s different. They’ve changed.” Then by Week 5, I’m eating chips off my chest in a jaguar-print Snuggie, wondering what I did to deserve this life.
One time, I wore my Jags jersey to a sports bar and the bartender asked if it was a joke. I said, “No, this is called loyalty. Or Stockholm syndrome. Honestly, I’ve lost track.”
Even my dog has started growling when the game comes on, and I’m not sure if it’s the other team or just self-preservation. (Editor's note: We've never had a dog.)
My kid once asked if we were ever going to win a Super Bowl. I told him, “Buddy, being a Jaguars fan isn’t about winning. It’s about learning patience, humility, and how to find joy in a field goal.”
He nodded, then quietly put on a Chiefs hat.
- Biff