The American spirit is resilient and beautiful, and despite the economic woes of our nation, the night sky still shone bright with red, white and blue on Independence Day. The flags flew high, the people sang, the children laughed and the nation celebrated.
Middle America is on a diet, but perseverance is rooted in American culture and this past holiday weekend, the Seascape Beach was home to those who were determined to continue life despite the stress of our current economy. Hundreds of families parked the car, spread out on the beach, grabbed a flag and basked in an old fashioned fourth. The grill was going all day and
night, the music was soulful and promising, and the children’s games brought forth the most honest pleasure. There is a promise in a child’s laughter that is so powerful. Absent of high-tech gadgetry; the children were wooed with three-legged racing, face painting, and good natured tug of war. Free watermelon refreshed the crowd and fireworks were plentiful. Joyous and proud, the energy on the beach was overwhelming.
Seascape Resort has seen prosperity and despair fluctuate for over thirty years, an ebb and flow of life. Regardless of the economic tide, the resort has sustained the American traditions of family, friends and aspiration. With a sold out crowd this past weekend, Seascape k
nows that it will take more than high gas prices to keep Americans from upholding the institution of traveling to the beaches during the Summer. Glistening water, warm sunrays and powdery beaches are cultural mainstays. The nation may tighten the belt, but it won’t throw in the towel.
Celebrating independence day should be a reminder that the country was built by the people, with loud voices, strong hearts and steadfast dreams of something better for all.
Middle America is on a diet, but perseverance is rooted in American culture and this past holiday weekend, the Seascape Beach was home to those who were determined to continue life despite the stress of our current economy. Hundreds of families parked the car, spread out on the beach, grabbed a flag and basked in an old fashioned fourth. The grill was going all day and
night, the music was soulful and promising, and the children’s games brought forth the most honest pleasure. There is a promise in a child’s laughter that is so powerful. Absent of high-tech gadgetry; the children were wooed with three-legged racing, face painting, and good natured tug of war. Free watermelon refreshed the crowd and fireworks were plentiful. Joyous and proud, the energy on the beach was overwhelming.Seascape Resort has seen prosperity and despair fluctuate for over thirty years, an ebb and flow of life. Regardless of the economic tide, the resort has sustained the American traditions of family, friends and aspiration. With a sold out crowd this past weekend, Seascape k
nows that it will take more than high gas prices to keep Americans from upholding the institution of traveling to the beaches during the Summer. Glistening water, warm sunrays and powdery beaches are cultural mainstays. The nation may tighten the belt, but it won’t throw in the towel.Celebrating independence day should be a reminder that the country was built by the people, with loud voices, strong hearts and steadfast dreams of something better for all.
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