The Brookfield Scene
Janet, a Town of Brookfield resident, has lived in the Elmbrook area for nearly 40 years and is an avid gardener and volunteer. Her blog focuses on the city and town of Brookfield – past, present and future.
Fourth of July
By Janet Wintersberger
Friday, Jun 30 2006, 12:38 PM
Patriotic feelings are high in America during July. America claimed her independence from Britain on the 4th of July. Democracy and the American Dream were born.
The holiday gives us a chance to celebrate our country and our freedom. Our families celebrate the patriotic holiday with picnics, barbeques, parades, flags and fireworks. Elected officials and others praise Amrican traditions and values on July 4th.
On July 4, 2005 I was on a river cruise in Russia with 200 other Americans. The dining room was decorated in red, white and blue. Dinner included fried chicken and apple pie. That evening the ship’s Russian captain commended our country’s independence. We sang the national anthem and watched as the ship fired fireworks in our honor.
I’ll never forget that 4th of July.
