We spent Fourth of July in Grafenwoehr. It was small, we kept it simple since we had just barely moved into our new home. We got a bucket of chicken and had a picnic at a local park. Then that evening we went to the celebration on post. We met some friends there, which was good because we were filling a bit lonely without family around. They had face painting, bounce houses, and a live band. The kids spent 45 minutes in line to get a balloon sculpture! After dark there was a surprisingly good fireworks display. It really was impressive, and everyone was completely enthralled watching. Right after the fireworks finished, Taps began to play and we watched the retreat of the American Flag. It was a very stirring moment, and made me realize (not that I had forgotten) how proud I am of my soldier and How proud I am to be an American.
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