Happy Birthday America

Yesterday as we were driving through town, Ellie noticed the banners that were up for the 4th of July.

Me: Yes, it's our country's birthday tomorrow.
Ellie: Our country?
Me: Yes, remember we live in the United States of America? And a long time ago, people came to America and wanted to make it their own country—a place for us to live. Do you remember last year's 4th of July?
Ellie: Oh yeah. (pause) Hey America! (then breaks out in a whisper with her hands cupped around her mouth for effect) That's you Mommy. You pretend you're America.
Me: Oh yes, yes. Ahem. Yes, Ellie?
Ellie: It's your birthday tomorrow. And we'll have fireworks and eat ice cream.
Me: (still in character) Oh yeah? That sounds great!
Ellie: Yeah it is (then giggles with a sense of self-satisfaction).

Happy 4th Everyone!