Tuesday, July 5, 2011


David's Gifts and Things
July
Newsletter



Happy Birthday America!



All Birdbaths, Birdfeedersand Birdhouses are on Sale this
month.








Pride Rainbow Heart Shaped Bottle Set


Verdigris Gazebo Birdfeeder

38677 Verdigris Gazebo Birdfeeder

This gracious hanging birdfeeder has the elegant appeal of timelessly weathered copper! Lightweight molded plastic is virtually indistinguishable from expensive metal garden sculpture; instantly adds a classic old-world appeal to your outdoor sanctuary! Plastic. 14 1/2" diameter x 15" high.

    Features:
  • Plastic
  • Size: 14 1/2" diameter x 15" h





Beach Hangout Birdhouse

Beach Hangout Birdhouse


Beach Hangout Birdhouse

Beachcombing birdies will belly up to this adorable wood snack shack! Just like a favorite seaside hangout, complete with straw roof, signs and "barstool" perches.

    Features:
  • Wood
  • Size: 8 1/4" x 8 1/4" x 7 3/4" high





Crystal Canaries on Crystal Glass Dogwood Tree

Crystal
Canaries on Crystal Glass Dogwood Tree


Handcrafted from Swarovski crystal. So beautiful you can almost hear the
breeze and birds.

    Features:
  • Beautifully designed
  • Handcrafted
  • Certificate of Authenticity included
  • Size: 4" Figurine
  • Crystal Type: Made with Genuine Swarovski Crystal
  • Mfg.: Crystal Mountain Creations
  • Larger quantities ordered will be made on demand
  • Additional items in some photographs are not included.





Hummingbirds Accent Table

Hummingbirds
Accent Table


Breathtaking sculptural accent table features a pair of hummingbirds hovering
amongst a tower of blooms, blessing any room with the bright cheer of a
springtime garden! Clear glass top makes it easy to enjoy every detail of this
beautiful piece.


    Features:
  • Polyresin base
  • Tempered glass top
  • Some Assembly Required
  • Size: 19" diameter x 24" high






Heartstring Teddies Graduation


Heartstring
Teddies Graduation


Honor your favorite grad with a lasting token of their achievement! A tiny
teddy stands proudly in his mortarboard in this touching tribute; “What A
Wonderful World” provides an uplifting musical accompaniment. HeartString
Teddies Collection by Seagull Studios™. Packaged in a gift box.


    Features:
  • Resin
  • One CR2032 button cell battery included
  • Size: 3 3/4" x 2 1/2" x 5 1/4" high






The Fourth of July As the US Independence Day


Author: AlicLane


Thus, the country's independence day may also be referred to as the "Fourth of July," "the Fourth," or "the Glorious Fourth." The independence day celebration usually involves political ceremonies, parades, fireworks, baseball games, fairs, carnivals and picnics.


Events Leading to the Declaration of Independence


The Declaration of Independence of the United States from Great Britain took place on July 4, 1776. Two days before its declaration, the Second Continental Congress voted to approve the resolution proposed by Virginia's Henry Richard Lee. His resolution suggests the Declaration of Independence of the United States from Great Britain.


After the resolution to declare independence won, the Congress formed a Committee of Five, which was headed by Thomas Jefferson, to write the Declaration of Independence. It was only after two days that the Congress agreed on the final version of the Declaration and copies were circulated to be viewed by the public.


Some of the forms of the Declaration of Independence were printed on broadsides by John Dunlop on night of July fourth. Of the estimated 200 copies that were printed, only 26 copies survives up to this time. The most popular copy of the Declaration of Independence is the parchment or the engrossed copy, which is on display at the National Archives. This is the signed copy and has the title "The unanimous declaration of the thirteen United States of America."


There are historians who do not agree that the Declaration was signed on the 4th of July, though. They believe that it was on August 2 when most of the delegates signed the document.


Fourth of July Traditions


Because the celebration of independence of the United States takes place during summer, most of the activities are usually done in the outdoors. There are many public events in which politicians and celebrities become the central figures. Barbecue parties and picnics reunite families and friends.


The morning of July 4 has parades that feature the red, white and blue colors of the American flag. Fireworks displays take place at the parks and squares during the evenings.


Other Events that Took Place on the Fourth of July


An interesting coincidence occurred on July 4, 1826 - 50 years after the Declaration of Independence. Thomas Jefferson and John Adams, the only men who signed the Declaration and who became US presidents passed away on the same day.


The celebration of the independence of the United States is a special event for every American citizen. As a free country, each person has learned to value how this date changed history.






Please click these links if you want to know more about independence day celebrated July 4th or why we celebrate independence day in general.





Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/education-articles/the-fourth-of-july-as-the-us-independence-day-4454436.html


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