July 4, 2018
I can't imagine living in a world without freedom. Nor can I imagine living in a place where there is no law and order. I feel blessed to live in the United States.
National pride is a polarizing issue these days. People say we're a democracy when in fact we are a constitutional republic. Our founding fathers created a remarkable document. If only I could write like that! If only I had the words to create something that would last hundreds of years! Our constitution is an impressive body of work.
Today is the day to take a look around and be intentionally grateful for the gift and blessing that is this thing called "freedom." Today is not the day to fight. In fact, let's all set aside our baser selves and stop fighting like rats in a bucket.
Instead, let us take stock of how far we've come from the early days of the republic. Let us look back with reflection, and introspection, and be intentionally aware of all the good things we are as a people. But then let us not rest on our laurels. There is work to do to keep us a proud nation - social, moral, and constitutional work. Let us do this work peacefully so that it may actually be accomplished. That is my hope for this Independence Day.
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And because it IS a day to celebrate, and because I am a writer of romantic stories about men, I give you my favorite patriot.
Yes, let us be thankful for our freedom of expression on today of all days.
KC
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July 4, 2017
Happy Independence Day! I have sort of a tradition here at Between the Keys and you're looking at him. I like to share my "patriotism" as part of my July 4th celebrating. I've shared him before. There really is something compelling about him, don't you think? Maybe it's his smile, yes?
Having the freedom to poke a little tongue-in-cheek fun at a photo might seem frivolous, but it's not. Our larger freedoms are based on these small things.
We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America. - The Preamble to the Constitution of the United States
Without these words, penned so long ago, I might not be able to have a little fun this morning. My life is full of blessings and bounty because I'm fortunate to live under the protection of the Constitution of the United States.
I'll debate politics some other day. This day is for appreciating freedoms I sometimes take for granted. And enjoying the view.
KC
July 4, 2016
I'm as patriotic as the next girl. Really, I am.
I know the laws and rules that govern how we display the American flag.
But you know, every once in a while I just have to put on blinders and enjoy a photograph for what it is. I know I've shared this one before, but he's definitely worth a second viewing.
Enjoy your Independence Day!
KC
July 3, 2015
I finished writing that book I told you about. Now I'm
free.... free to go to Biloxi, MS to gamble the middle of next month and
squander money I should spend elsewhere. - Brenda Williamson
Gambling is good! I won $2 on the Powerball and said
"let it roll..." I hope you hit big :) - KC Kendricks
July 4, 2014
Let not it be said I'm not feeling patriotic today.
Enjoy the holiday, but take a moment to reflect on what it means to be free - how fragile that freedom has become and our personal responsibility in maintaining the freedom we take for granted.
We're free to be the best person we can be.
We're free to pursue what makes us happy.
We're free and able to live life without fear of oppression.
We're free to make mistakes and grow from them.
We're free to vote away our freedoms with a touch to a computer screen.
Let us all prayerfully and mindfully protect our precious freedoms.
KC
July 3, 2013
**updated October 29, 2019**
Happy 4th of July holiday, everyone! As one of the lucky dogs who have a four-day weekend, I plan to cram as much as possible into the next couple of days. And housecleaning is NOT on my list. Nor is yardwork. It's time to have a little fun and celebrate - responsibly, of course. But before the family funfest begins, I have a wonderful piece of business to take care of!
Many thanks to Elise at Sensual Reads ** who has reviewed Doors of Time. I think this is the first time I ever got an email from a reviewer with a "great job" included, and I've been at this writing business for a while now.
Here's what she has to say about Doors of Time in her 5 Star review:
Time can be reopened as shown in Doors of Time.
Doors of Time by K.C. Kendricks is a fantastic second chance type story. Emory was able to come out when he was a teen but Calvin’s life was not so easy. He left Clear River and never came out. Now back to help his ailing father and the even more ailing Time, Calvin wants a chance only to learn he may keep Emory from grabbing his big break.
You cannot help but fall in love with these two men who want nothing but the best for each other. Neither one is afraid to do whatever is needed to ensure a happy ending. Looking for a great story with a happy ending, a great plot and two wonderful heroes? Look no more, you have found it with Doors of Time by K.C. Kendricks. You will not be disappointed. It is good to the last word.
All I can say is WOW! She really liked it!
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Doors of Time is available at
Amazon, iTunes/Apple, Barnes and Noble, Kobo,
and other online booksellers.
KC Kendricks
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** The review page is no longer active, however, I have the entire review on file.
July 4, 2020
