There's an old joke that goes, "How many countries have a fourth of July?" Answer: All of them.
But the United States celebrates its independence today. Its 245th birthday, so to speak. Despite some age lines, and perhaps a need for some vitamins, the old boy is still upright.
Keeping to a tradition I started a few years ago, I'm headed to out a baseball game, where the last two World Series champions are playing each other (I don't have high hopes for the home team; injuries have sapped the team's key players, and the visitors are on a tear right now). Then, I'll head to my daughter's for a barbecue and some family time with the grandkids.
I wish everyone a wonderful Fourth of July, even if you're not American and this is just another Sunday for you.