Memories of The Fourth

By CHRISTINE JOHNSON

As a former “zonie” who has been coming to Coronado for 15 years to see the parade, the day holds so many special memories.

This tradition and so many wonderful qualities inspired my family to make Coronado our now permanent home. When we first came here, my daughter was 7 years old and she loved drawing on the street during the parade seeing her art in bright colored chalk.

Our golden retriever would happily sit with us on the sidewalk let-

ting everyone pet him. My husband admired the parade for its values and the support of the military and this community.

Even though life throws you some curve balls and you are forced to adjust, we would not want to live anywhere else.

We remember my husband and his faithful dog at the parade each year knowing they are watching over us, and they are honored to be part of this tradition.