“The essence of America — that which really unites us — is not ethnicity, or nationality or religion — it is an idea — and what an idea it is: That you can come from humble circumstances and do great things.” ~ Condoleezza Rice

I think that our own global essence is that each one of us, in our own way, does great things. Since I’ve been blogging, I’ve connected with so many amazing people world-wide. Each in their own way continues to extend their greatness across the globe. Simply by connecting with friendship, we grow joy in the our own lives and in the lives of others while continuing to expand understanding, peace and love internationally throughout our planet.

It’s not just America, but world-wide…

YOU make a difference…

YOU SHINE ON!

20 thoughts on “Life, Liberty & the Pursuit of Happiness”

Standing up. Cheering! yes!

happy 4th of July Yvonne.

The Presents of Presence says:

July 4, 2014 at 12:12 pm

Woo Hoo! Shine On Louise! Thanks! xo

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Happy 4th of July, et vive l’Amérique! Love to you Yvonne ♥

The Presents of Presence says:

July 4, 2014 at 12:11 pm

Merci! Shall I root for France in the World Cup today pour toi? ♥

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- F.G.M. says:
  
  July 4, 2014 at 12:25 pm
  
  Oh! I’m not interested in soccer, and I feel more American than French… moreover I do love Germany… so I really don’t mind if France loose (and it certainly will anyway, as usual!) – 🙂 Love to you. ♥
- The Presents of Presence says:
  
  July 5, 2014 at 8:36 am
  
  Big hugs to you mon ami! ♥

So true…we are all one, after all ~ “For whom the bell tolls..”
Thank you for the reminder and have a wonderful 4th, 5th, 6th, and so on!

The Presents of Presence says:

July 4, 2014 at 12:09 pm

May your weekend sparkle too Bobbi! ♥

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Love Condie’s quote. In the daily confusion, we lose sight of our nation’s true worth and purpose.
When you have the opportunity, I invite you to read my 4th of July offering at amlifcar41.wordpress.com.
Have a wonderful 4th.
-Alan

The Presents of Presence says:

July 4, 2014 at 12:08 pm

Thank you for sharing your post as well. I will be over in a few minutes to read it! Sparkle on Alan! ♥

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If we could make the “idea” a reality, that would change everything. I do agree, however, blogging is a wonderful way to join hands around the world. It’s the real, everyday, people, not the elites, who can make a difference. Lovely post. Happy 4th. And some government official is reading everything we write, recording every call we make or receive.

The Presents of Presence says:

July 4, 2014 at 12:07 pm

Then may that gov’t official, take heart and heed the amazing peaceful connections that we are making world-wide on this planet through our ‘little blogs’ and be inspired to do more him/herself.♥ I believe that it is our reality the more we continue to promote peace, joy, and love through the amazing connections we are making by blogging, by reaching out and by supporting each other! Shine On my friend. May your 4th sparkle! ♥ Thanks for being here with me.

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