Christmas is great, we get presents, we spend time with loved ones, and it feels magical.

Thanksgiving is great, we eat a lot of yummy food until our bellies could explode, the Macy's Day Parade is always entertaining, and it is the beginning of Black Friday (Thursday, now!).

Halloween is great, we get an excuse to dress up to be whatever we want, hayrides and pumpkin carving are in full swing, and candy galore!

Valentine's Day is great, the ladies get candy and flowers, the guys get cheesy Pinterest DIY gifts, and we spend time with the one we love.

All of these holidays are great. They all have their perks, and I am sure we all love them. But, what about Fourth of July? Why doesn't it get the same "hooplah" as these other holidays? Why does it only get one WalMart aisle, while these other holidays cover the store from top to bottom? Why is it more-so overlooked? And why do most people think it's all about fireworks displays?

Call me crazy, but the Fourth of July is my FAVORITE holiday! It brings me a sense of pride. Pride for the country we live in, the freedoms we have, and the men and women who serve us. Yes, I love myself a good fireworks display, but I also love the feel of the day.

Getting together with friends or family, having big cookouts, wearing your 'Merica apparel, on a beautiful summer day to celebrate the freedoms we have in the United States.

There is truly nothing more beautiful than that.

So, this Fourth of July, please remember what we are celebrating and who we are thanking.