Incorporating Patriotism Into Everyday Fashion

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Who misses the fireworks and festivities from yesterday? I do! For me, there's nothing that represents summertime more than the 4th of July. Just because Independence Day has come and gone, doesn't mean you can't still show a little patriotism. Afraid of wearing the stars and stripes? Don't be. Instead of going all out with bold flag prints, try incorporating red, white, and blue in smaller doses. While the scarf above screams USA it's not obnoxious.

What do you think about flag fashion? Would you wear it?

This weekend is the birthday of my bestest, oldest (as in she's soon to be ancient) friend, Kathrin of Shop.School.Sleep. She's throwing a shindig to celebrate and I can't wait to relive the amazingness that was her 21st birthday. Here's to puking in public bathrooms!

Since I was only 20 I couldn't legally drink, but I made sure she had enough for the both of us!  
Come back Monday for a little gossip!  

Happy 4th of July!

Happy 4th of July! Remember the reason for the holiday - our independence and freedom.

Now go have some firework fun, without blowing your fingers off.

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All-American

Yeah I went for it. Threw a bunch of patriotic items together. It's a little crazy. A little overboard, but I kinda love it! Just because the 4th has passed doesn't mean there's anything wrong with a little all-American fashion.

Red, White, and Blue by leeannm

Linking up for Friday's Fancies!

I'm a little off having a holiday on the middle of the work week so bring on Saturday and Sunday. Here's to the weekend! Have a blast then come back on Monday and link up for Weekend Update!

One more thing - I was recently featured in Be in Style's Best of the Web: Style Blogs post. If you have time, check it out :)

Daughters of the American Revolution

The 4th of July has always been one of my favorite holidays - I have a degree in American Studies to prove it. Warm weather, pretty fireworks, and most importantly, a reason to celebrate this great country we live in (for all you Americans ;).

Recently I found out that one side of my family came to America in the early 1600s. That blows me away! Especially since I have a particular love for the Colonial Period. And to know that my ancestors were here well before the Revolutionary War and they make up the first colonists is pretty amazing. My goal is to join the Daughters of the American Revolution before the end of 2012. If anyone is a member and has any info, please let me know how I can go about joining!

Now, here's a little red, white, and blue love to celebrate the 4th!

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America the Beautiful!

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I love 4th of July! Not only because it feels like the official start of summer but because I am a proud American - thankful for all of the liberties we have as a result of the brave men and women who have sacrificed so much for us. One of my degrees is in American Studies and I actually read historical books for fun. Yup, you read that right.

I honestly think that I am meant to live in New England and I would move there in a heartbeat...if only it didn't snow. What can I say? I'm spoiled living in sunny Southern California. I can't imagine anything more American than being in Cape Cod this weekend. To all of you NE'ers, I'm jealous. Send me pictures :)

This week, my Fashion Friday link up is an ode to the red, white, and blue!

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If you are an American, what do you love most about the 4th of July and how are you celebrating? No matter what you do, have a fun, safe weekend!

Be sure to head on over to Kori's blog, Blonde Episodes, and link up for Fashion Friday!

I've decided to skip Man Candy Monday this week and let this post run through Monday. Sometimes men just gotta take a backseat to patriotism ;) The next MCM post will be on July, 11 if you'd like to play along!

Happy Fourth of July

I love Fourth of July! From the patriotism, to the warm weather, to the sparklers, it's just a magical time spent with loved ones. God bless America and all of those who have fought for us to be the country that we are today.

When I think of the US, the first city that comes to mind in our capital, D.C. For my college graduation gift back in 2006, I was lucky enough to visit the city. Here are my fav pics. Enjoy =)

If any of you watch Top Chef on Bravo, you may recognize some of these locations. In fact, last week's episode was hosted at George Washington's estate, Mount Vernon (the second picture down).

To all of my readers in the States, happy Independence Day. To those in other areas of the world, happy weekend!

Red, White, and Blue

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Happy 4th of July!

To all of you in the US, happy 4th of July!

I hope you have a wonderful day and take the time to reflect on the meaning of this holiday. Please take a moment to realize how lucky we are to have the rights and privileges that we do. We may not be a perfect country, but it could be MUCH worse. And most importantly, please give thanks to those past and present who have fought to ensure that we have freedom. Regardless of your views on this war, or the ones past, there are many brave soldiers that are fighting and have fought so that we don't have to. It takes a strong person to have that courage.

As a child I remember singing "Proud to be an American" in school. Now when I think back, the lyrics are so special. Have you ever really payed attention to them? The song was all over radio stations playing as a tribute to those lost on 9-11 and evokes many emotions. Here is the song, written by Lee Green Wood.

If tomorrow all the things were gone

I'd worked for all my life

and I had to start again

With just my children and my wife

I'd thank my lucky stars to be living here today

Cause the flag still stands for freedom

And they can't take that away.

Chorus: And I'm proud to be an American

Where at least I know I'm free.

And I won't forget the men who died

Who gave that right to me.

And I gladly stand up next to you

And defend her still today.

Cause there ain't no doubt I love this land.

God bless the U. S. A.

From the lakes of Minnesota

To the hills of Tennessee

Across the plains of Texas

From sea to shinning sea

From Detroit down to Houston

From New York to L. A.

There's a pride in every American heart

And it's time we stand and say

Chorus: And I'm proud to be an American

Where at least I know I'm free.

And I won't forget the men who died

Who gave that right to me.

And I gladly stand up next to you

And defend her still today.

Cause there ain't no doubt I love this land.

God bless the U. S. A.

Chorus: And I'm proud to be an American

Where at least I know I'm free.

And I won't forget the men who died

Who gave that right to me.

And I gladly stand up next to you

And defend her still today.

Cause there ain't no doubt I love this land.

God bless the U. S. A.

Here's a little USA tidbit about another song that's so near and dear to our hearts: “The Star-Spangled Banner” did not become the National Anthem until 1931.

Independence Day passes party lines--so relax, have a cool beverage, watch some fireworks, and enjoy the red, white, and blue!



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