Independence Day...

So now that it is "officially" July 4th... I want to wish all US Citizens a 'Happy Independence Day!'

Strange word really, "independence."  Meaning a state of being independent.  But when one delves into what it means to be independent, as soon as it is achieved, one seems to become dependent once again... so are we truly independent?

A philosophical argument, that would be worthy of not just an essay, but a few thesis' and dissertations too!

Too be independent, I would not be dependent on others... yet I am.
I would not be subject to the control of others... yet I am.
I would not have to require or rely on others... yet I do.
I would not seek out opinions or guidance...  yet I do.

I would be free from the necessity or working for a living.. yet I am not.
I would be free from being bound or committed to a political party...

Yet at the same time, I would show my desire for freedom...

Almost a dichotomy.

For those that have the long weekend, enjoy it! Celebrate it!

For those who have to work, I applaud you!  You are members of the "Silent Heroes!"  I'll be right there with you...


Peace!