The boisterous boys are playing

while I am relaxing on the swing

an overview of a holiday

in which freedom rings

On this long weekend off

a picnic feast awaits

community coming together

family congregates

Sharing stories

real and fantasy

sea life surrounds us

sharing hospitality

Sun is setting

a colorful prelude

to the fireworks coming

setting a wonderful mood

Celebrating freedom

remembering how it all began

gratitude to all who fought

for this great land