“And so, my fellow Americans: ask not what your country can do for you – ask what you can do for your country.” ~ John F. Kennedy

Good morning!

In JFK’s famous speech, he shared, “Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe, in order to assure the survival and the success of liberty.”

What is on your agenda for today? A picnic, family gathering, or day at the lake?  While millions of us celebrate a national holiday and look forward to a day off work, many of America’s one-and-a-half million troops on active duty will not.  It only takes a moment to share words of support and thanks to our troops.  For ways to thank our military visit www.amillionthanks.org.

Your Turn:  During your celebrations take time to remember the important history of this day and to thank those who are defending our freedom.

Today’s Affirmation:  I celebrate and appreciate independence.

 And as always, don't forget to start your day with a heartfelt: "Something great is going to happen today... I can't wait to see what it is!"

And when ending your day ask yourself: "What is one more thing I can do to make today matter?

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