Object: An old scuffed-up work shoe and a brand new shiny dress shoe.

Good morning, boys and girls. Today is a big day for all of us. How many of you celebrated the 4th of July? (Let them answer.) Did you go on a picnic or do anything that was extra special on the 4th? (Let them answer.) I just love the summer when you can have those special days and enjoy them outside in the sunshine with your friends and family. Life is really good on days like the 4th of July.

The 4th of July is a special day. There are other special days like Easter, Christmas, and days we love and look forward to each year. Special days are so much fun that they make the other regular days look blah sometimes. It shouldn't be that way, but we all know that it is. I know some people who think that most days are all t…