Friday, July 3, 2009

Freedoms I am Grateful for

I am grateful for the the freedom I have to travel when and where I want to. I am grateful for the freedom I have to vote, and let my voice be heard. I am grateful for the freedom I have to raise my family in what must be the greatest country in the world. I am grateful for the freedom to play with my grandchildren. And take them camping! I am grateful for the freedom to write whatever I want on my blog!

I am very grateful for all the freedoms I enjoy. I have the freedom to choose. I can choose how I want to live, and the kind of person I want to be. I can choose to follow Christ and his teachings. I can choose to live the gospel. I can choose to obey God of my own free will, and abide by His covenants, so I can have his Spirit with me to guide and direct me.

Here is a very nice little video clip where people from around the world reflect on the freedoms they enjoy.
The Freedom To...

Happy Independence Day

5 comments:

  1. well written post! glad your camping adventures have been great!

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  2. What a great post! I just love this country and all the liberties we have here. The 4th of July is my favorite holiday because I can't get enough of the patriotism that is everywhere!

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  3. Kat, Cody's new blog address is www.codysnewblog.blogspot.com in case you want to change your link. Love you.

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  4. Amen! What a great post, thanks for the reminders of our great freedoms!

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