But, in terms of Independence Day, I see nothing wrong with taking advantage of the time to enjoy your family and have fun, but I don’t think it’s a sacred time, by any stretch. If you want to work, or are scheduled to work, that’s also something to take advantage of (holiday pay is nice, too). But our allegiance, our king, our kingdom, our patris aren’t the object of commemoration here, so even as our ancient Christian forebears refused to commemorate Caesar’s holidays and state feasts, I would say we should join their abstinence.

Good stuff, Dave!