25 or more patriotic things to do.

Something PATRIOTIC is something inspired by patriotism , which is love for or devotion to one's country.

What follows is a list of 25 or more PATRIOTIC THINGS TO DO! Enjoy!

1. Learn your country's history

2. Know your country's laws

3. Research your representatives

4. Get clear about what YOU value

5. VOTE!

6. Plant a tree

7. Visit National Parks

8. Plan trips to big and small cities by researching that city

9. Take those trips

10. Use renewable resources!

11. Introduce yourself to one new person daily

12. Volunteer in your local community

13. Thank a Serviceman or woman for the work they do for your country

14. Read biographies of those who have given to your country's betterment

15. Blog your appreciation of your country rather than your complaints. Invite others to share theirs!

16. Donate your time and/or money to environmental improvement

17. Celebrate local people who have a knack for contributing to the world at large... even if that's by being a great peace negotiator by holding a block party in their honor

18. Research your fellow countrymen who serve the world at large -- scientists, leaders, humanitarians, etc. and salute them in some way... even if it's sending them a note of thanks

19. Go Green

20. Center yourself and BE at PEACE

21. Fly your colors -

22. Write an essay on what your country means to you and share it

23. Get artsy and create something that represents your country's spirit

24. Have a barbeque and gather friends together to eat and sing patriotic songs

25. Participate in a parade saluting your fellow countrymen/women... either watching or marching!