We drank a fair amount of adult beverages without having to worry about being stoned to death for having alcohol.
We pigged out on all sorts of delicious food without having to worry about where our next meal would be coming from.
We had a couple conversations about some of the current events in politics during which some negative opinions may have been expressed without having to worry about being thrown in a re-education camp.
We set off our own and watched other peoples' pyrotechnic displays without having to worry about being arrested for having things that flash and go bang.
We spent a decent amount of money, hung out with friends and family and had a great time.
We attended a nearby on-post celebration with big, loud guns, lots of fireworks and live music.
We dressed appropriately for the scorching hot weather without having to worry about uncovered faces, ankles, knees, etc. resulting in jail time.
We had a happy and safe holiday weekend.
We reflected on the men and women and the events along the way which made all of the above possible.
Happy birthday, America!