Happy birthday to one of the prettiest sights I've seen. You've flown over every school I've attended; you were there when I enlisted and each time I was deployed; you stood by my side when no one from my family could see me be promoted or receive recognition for service rendered; I carried you on my shoulder into two war zones; I have seen you draped across the coffins of men and women who so honorably and diligently served in their capacity; every time a brother or sister of mine has fallen you were so proudly presented to their family as a means to honor the grieving. To those of us who carry the weight of still living, we know that you will be the last to embrace as we depart to the life to come. You have been ever vigilant, watchful over this nation- in her courtrooms and upon every parapet of stone you boldly and proudly fly. You have stood true in the midst of conflict and in the most desperate of times. We honor you on this day because of what you have witnessed in the 239 years of your existence- trials and adventures, sacrifice and service. Your watch still remains and we who know your story are proud of all you have endured in the name and honor of freedom. God bless! #happybirthday #flagday2016 #thefranklindesignforge