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Lady Liberty

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Saturday 9: Lady Liberty (2018)
... because it's 4th of July weekend.

Hear Barbra Streisand sing it here.

1) This song is a Valentine to the Statue of Liberty. Have you ever visited Lady Liberty?  I have!!  My senior class trip was to Washington, D.C., and NYC.  To put it into context... that was 1970.

2) When you combine the lady herself and her pedestal, she stands 22 stories high. What's the tallest building you've ever been in?  Probably the Empire State Building (102 stories), that same trip.

 

3) Her crown represents universal liberty with seven spikes for the seven seas. Without looking it up, can you name the seven seas?  Nope.  Not even going to try, past (I think) the Atlantic and Pacific...

 

4) The song was written by Desmond Child, a Cuban-American from Gainesville, home of the University of Florida. In 1965, a team of UF scientists invented Gatorade. Do you have any Gatorade in your home right now?  No, and I think the only time I've had Gatorade was for colonoscopy prep (TMI - sorry!).

5) While best known for his work with KISS, Bon Jovi, and Cher, Desmond Child was nominated for an Emmy for his work on the Muppets 2003 holiday special. This morning, as we enjoy summer, what's the first Christmas carol that pops into your head?  For some reason, the 12 Days of Christmas, and that isn't a carol, but it's what came to mind.

6) Desmond wrote this song specifically for Barbra Streisand. Watching her record it was a dream come true and he found himself standing very close to her as she sang. When he asked if he was "hovering," she suggested it might be better if he gave her a little more space. Does it bother you when someone stands very close or reads over your shoulder?  Yes, it does.

7) Fireworks were introduced to celebrate the 4th because they represent the "rockets red glare and bombs bursting in air." When did you most recently sing "The Star Spangled Banner?"  It's been a very long time.  First of all, I can't sing it because I have about a five-note range, and that would be my second and third reasons as well.  LOL

8) John Adams predicted the 4th would be observed with "pomp and parades." Does your community have a parade in honor of the day?  Lakeland doesn't have a parade, but they put on a massive and amazing fireworks display on the night of the 3rd, and it's called Red, White, and Kaboom!!  There was a live band and even room to dance.  Our beautiful Lake Mirror, is right downtown. Pictures are from the Lakeland Ledger, yesterday's afternoon digital edition.  I did not attend.

9) Celebrity chef Rachael Ray says she considers mini-hamburgers, or "sliders," the All-American food. What will/did you dine on this 4th of July?  Our HOA had a potluck at the Clubhouse.  They supplied the burgers and dogs, and everyone brought something to share.  I took creamed corn (instead of the usual Jiffy casserole).  I had a burger, some baked beans, fruit, and a bite of pasta salad.  Someone counted and said over 80 people were attending, and a few more took take-out food home.  It was all very good.  I will post my pictures on Monday.

Peace and Hugs!

God shed His Grace on thee...