Strike up the band!

Dunno if we'll actually have fireworks tonight, but I am definitely going to enjoy having the day off. I'm planning to work a bit on my novel today, and I'm getting together with friends tonight. :)
And speaking of writing, for your reading enjoyment, here's a bit of story that finally let me write it:
The Scourge--Different wars. Different commanders. Same ideal.

And then there's this from MilBlogs: Freedom Isn't Free

Have a safe and sane Fourth, y'all!