Who’s in the kitchen? American Pie

The 4th of July is the result of the undaunted efforts and unyielding commitment of our American forefathers. They worked through animosity, trepidation and at a great risk to their lives to succeed in establishing this great country. 

The first official Fourth of July party was held at the White House in 1801, though the 4th of July was not declared a national holiday until 1941. And I bet most of you didn’t know that the stars on the original American flag were in a circle so all the Colonies would appear equal.

In 1776, there were 2.5 million people living in the new nation. Today there are over 310 million. Many of those were immigrants, as was my husband’s dad, Miklosh Joszef A”H. After surviving the Holocaust, he arrived in America penniless and alone, having lost his entire family in the concentration camps. He worked as a factory worker before seizing the opportunity to start his own business and thereby live the American dream. He was always proud and grateful to be an American citizen.

He loved everything about America, and tried to partake in as many experiences as he could.

He never missed an opportunity to exercise his right to vote. He took his citizenship very seriously. He also loved the fun and leisure that our wonderful country provides.