Independence Day in the USA

The Fourth of July, or Independence Day, is a federal US holiday that celebrates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, where the colonies declared their independence from Great Britain.   Today is marked with red, white and blue flags, fireworks, parades, and backyard barbecues.

This is a scheduled post.  By the time many of you read this, the candles will be burning, the grill will be filled, the bubbly will be flowing, and music will be playing.  Although I'm entertaining today, I still want to share a bit of art with you.

I couldn't get this photo to color correct, no matter what I tried.  But you will see the ICAD next week when I scan it.

In case you're wondering, Bleubeard hates fireworks and noise of any type, so he has been allowed to stay in the basement where he can hide where it's cool.  Squiggles, on the other hand, doesn't like other people or animals, so he has hidden under my couch in my office.  I'll check on both on occasion, but for the most part, I'll be playing host and showing off my grilling skills.

What I really wanted to share was this thank you for visiting my blog and being so very supportive of my art.  It's the only way I know how to show my gratitude for all your lovely comments and time you take to visit.

If you live in the US, have a lovely Independence Day.  If you live anywhere else in the world, have a lovely Saturday and weekend.