Alright, yesterday July 4th was celebrated the "Independence Day" in the United States of America. And today, July 5th is the turn of my countrymen to celebrate the same elusive thang in our neck of the woods over here from where I'm writing these festive words.

Today’s Doodle celebrates Venezuela’s Independence Day. On this day in 1811, the country’s delegates formally decided to pursue freedom from Spanish rule. After a decade of struggle, it became the first independent nation in South America.

In 1953, Venezuela organized a week of celebrations like military parades and sporting events in the capital city of Caracas, and the tradition continues to this day. Harps fill the air with traditional music called Joropo for Venezuelans to dance along to, and snacks like arepas—cornmeal cakes filled with ham and cheese are enjoyed by many.

Today, many citizens wear the patriotic colors of yellow, blue, and red. Depicted in today’s artwork, the national flag features an arc of eight white stars atop horizontal stripes. In 2006, Venezuela added an eighth star to represent the historical province of Guayana.

Happy Independence Day, Venezuela!

And I reckon everyone, absolutely everyone, should be able to celebrate a true Independence Day wherever they are on this planet. That's what I wish for absolutely everyone on Earth. Independence, Freedom, Prosperity and Happiness.