Inflatable Kayak Blog

When I awoke this morning, the first thing that came to mind was that it’s the 4th of July and how grateful I am for our freedom. As the owner of PortableKayaks.com, we use the phrase “Freedom to Paddle the World” as part of our marketing of inflatable and folding kayaks. On this day, many Americans will be enjoying some of our products on lakes and streams throughout this beautiful, free country.

The 4th of July celebrates the birth of our freedom. It’s freedom that comes with a cost. Many have lost their lives defending our freedom. Many of us have been touched closely by the loss of friends, neighbors and relatives who served our country. Several of my uncles served in World War II, the conflict that did the most to protect life as we know it today. One gave his life for the cause. (NOTE: The picture is of the flag that flew over the USS Missouri during the signing of the treaty that ended the war with Japan.)

All of us need to understand that the freedom we enjoy is our ‘right’, but it’s also our responsibility to protect, defend and to celebrate. This message is for all of you who have served our country in uniform in any way. This message is also for the rest of us who cherish what we have and care enough to just say “thank you”. Thank you for the freedom.