Tag Archives: 4th of July

Poetry Friday–RETHINKING THE 4th

Posted on July 2, 2020 by

  Happy Poetry Friday! I was in a quandary about this post as we approach the 4th of July weekend and its celebrations. My views on July 4th as independence day have changed. If we are as a country, as … Continue reading →

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Poetry Friday–4th of July

Posted on July 4, 2019 by

Happy Poetry Friday and Happy 4th of July! I’m sharing an acrostic poem for the 4th reflecting on American values. And a poem by Emma Lazarus whose poem “The New Colossus” was engraved on the Statue of Liberty’s pedestal in … Continue reading →

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4th of July–haiku & art

Posted on July 4, 2018 by

have a multi-  racial-rainbow July 4th celebration! © 2018 Michelle Kogan

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Poetry Friday: Responsibility and Freedom

Posted on June 28, 2018 by

For this 4th of July Poetry Friday I’m thinking about Responsibility and Freedom. I’m sharing a poem, some art and a taste from the Charles White art exhibit now at The Art Institute of Chicago. If you are here in … Continue reading →

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Happy 4th of July–Poem and Art

Posted on July 4, 2017 by

FOURTH OF JULY For this 4th of July slip-in-a-slice of strawberry rhubarb pie, Grab-a-friend-or-two, Kick back and watch a firefly,      Spread a handful of love,          and a big sprinkle of joy                  for this 4th of July! © … Continue reading →

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#WorldWatercolorMonth Poem and Painting

Posted on July 4, 2016 by

Firefly 4th Have a Fantastic Firefly 4th of July! © 2016 Michelle Kogan

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