A Return to Elgin Park

I thought this was worth a repost.  Take a minute to check out Michael's talents at bringing a miniature world to life.  I can appreciate his skills. Our mutual fascination for detailing the villagescapes of yesteryear tells me we're cut from the same cloth.  Everything in his photos are miniature except for backdrop trees and skies.  Amazing work. Check it out.  http://elginpark.smugmug.com/Street-Scenes/Elgin-Park/11485172_4X4fK8#809002693_VNe7n

Pride in Our Glorious Flag and What it Represents

 A grand shout out to our beloved country.  Tis a wonder why too many of our fellow countrymen fail to take pride in flying the colors that represent the country that provides them their freedoms.  Were it not for what happened back on July 4th in 1776, there may have never been a United States as we know it today.   Too many are more than ready to gather for BBQs or other traditional gatherings without giving due honor to the sacrifices made by those that came before us.  Let us give thanks and a prideful salute to those who laid the groundwork and helped forge the development of our country.

In this American's eyes, it's sinful to be seen flying the colors of a country you left behind to come and take advantage of what our country provides, and not fly colors of your adopted land.  That's like a royal slap in the face and disrespectful to the country that opened the door for you to come in.