Fourth of July brings together family, freedom for Corpus Christi youths

CORPUS CHRISTI Family and freedom can be a perfect mix on the Fourth of July.

It's found in backyard barbecues, festive parades and poppin' fireworks displays.

Family tends to bring out a deeper meaning to the day, a group of eight children from the Boys & Girls Club of Corpus Christi said.

"You get to celebrate with your family," said Jordan Ramos, 8. "You get to see your uncle that you never see."

Jordan also may see his parents who live in Dallas today.

He said he loves America because it gives him the freedom to travel places and to play football and to hit baseballs at a batting range.

In addition to family, the children said the day usually means savoring some good eats, such as barbecue ribs, menudo and sausage.

But it also allows for reflection on what the day means independence.

"We are free, and we get to do whatever we want," said Chloe Rodriguez, 9.

"Well, not whatever," her friend, Selena Willis, chimed in.

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Fourth of July brings together family, freedom for Corpus Christi youths