Today, we visited Red Hill, Patrick Henry's last home and his burial site. What a great American patriot he was! Every year, Red Hill has a 4th of July celebration. This place is so beautiful! If you ever make it to Central Virginia, I'd encourage you to come here for a visit.
Today was overcast most of the day. There was light rain some of the time we were there. I was grateful. It cooled things off quite a bit. The evening was downright pleasant.
I so love American history. Our founding fathers were such wise, God-fearing men. In the beginning, we feared and respected the Almighty. Sadly, I believe our nation is now ripe for judgment. His mercy and, I believe, the fervent prayers of His saints, have kept us under God's protection. This is one of the things that has been causing me such great anxiety over the last few weeks. I pray to God that He sees fit to stay His hand of protection on the USA until Jesus comes to take us home. I know it shouldn't weigh me down so, but my heart is breaking for America.
In the meantime, I'll celebrate what she once stood for. I'll celebrate our freedoms. I'll celebrate that, for now at least, we can say "one nation under God" and "In God we trust".
My daughter's artwork on her hand - fireworks. :)
This is some "thistle" flower that was on the Red Hill property. I've never seen anything like it.
My granddaughter thoroughly enjoyed herself.
My daughter and granddaughter en route to Henry's last home.
Daughter, granddaughter and daughter-in-law having a good time!
It's truly a lovely place to visit.
Husband and Kaylee sharing a funnel cake.
Here is Patrick Henry's gravesite. Buried beside him is his last wife, Dorothea Dandridge.
A truly great American patriot!!
Waiting for the fireworks!
Kaylee's snacking while she's waiting....
Husband waiting patiently too...
At last...unfortunately, my camera doesn't take the best pictures at night.
A great way to end the day!
This is some "thistle" flower that was on the Red Hill property. I've never seen anything like it.
My granddaughter thoroughly enjoyed herself.
My daughter and granddaughter en route to Henry's last home.
Daughter, granddaughter and daughter-in-law having a good time!
It's truly a lovely place to visit.
Husband and Kaylee sharing a funnel cake.
Here is Patrick Henry's gravesite. Buried beside him is his last wife, Dorothea Dandridge.
A truly great American patriot!!
Waiting for the fireworks!
Kaylee's snacking while she's waiting....
Husband waiting patiently too...
At last...unfortunately, my camera doesn't take the best pictures at night.
A great way to end the day!
II Corinthians 3:17 - ...where the spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty.
Blessings,
Lorrie
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