Hello dear friends and Happy Independence Week, 

On Saturday, we joyfully celebrate this great nation’s freedom and heritage. I have been reflecting on the great sacrifice of those who first signed the Declaration of Independence and am inspired by their conviction and courage. At great personal cost, they believed in something bigger than themselves and envisioned what freedom would mean for future generations. 

This week, I encourage you to reflect with gratitude on those who bravely paved the way for our freedom.