Sat, Nov 21 2009
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Festive Fourth Area residents are making plans with family and friends for the holiday weekend By TRAVINA COLEMANPress Staff Writer “Independence Day means a celebration of our country and our history,” the Tahlequah native said. “I don’t like fireworks, but we celebrate the meaning.”
Sara Jackson said she and her kids are spending the day at the lake. “We might even stay the whole weekend,” she said. “But it’s always really packed.” Jackson said they go despite the crowd, because that’s what she believes the holiday is about. “Not only is it our independence, but it’s a day to spend with all of the people we share the privilege of being American with,” she said. “That’s my idea of true independence.” And many agree with Jackson. “Not enough people take the time to really appreciate what this holiday is about,” said Harold Climber of Woodall. Climber, 62, said it seems like only when the nation is under attack, politically or divided by war, do people seem to come out and support the privilege of our independence. “It’s a shame we don’t all pull together more often,” he said. “This is a great country we live in.” Marla Hernandez said she thinks we do good representing and celebrating the holiday right now. “It’s a great day to celebrate our independence,” she said. Kelsey Heavener said she is just happy to spend the first holiday with her new in-laws. “I just got married,” she said. “So this is the first function we are hosting at our new home. I want everyone that comes to have a fantastic time.” And many natives of the area will go where their bare feet scream for relief — the Illinois River. 
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