This Independence day I’d like to reflect on what a wonderful country we are living in with liberty and justice for ALL.

1. Independence Day Special Sweet and Salty
Lemon Soda
This Independence day I’d like to reflect on what a
wonderful country we are living in with liberty and justice
for ALL.
Think about it. Most of the Indian Americans came to the US only 30-
40 years ago. Two of our children are state Governors. Another one
was in two space missions. One of us is one of the most influential
women CEOs of world. Countless of us are CEOs
or other very Senior Executives of/at some of the
leading US based corporations in the world.
Thousands of highly recognized scientists,
engineers and doctors. Many billionaires.
Countless millionaires. I could go on and on.
I am also very proud of the similarities between
the US and India – the two largest democracies in
the world. Both were ruled by the British. Both
gained their independence with relatively little
violence or bloodshed. Like the US, there is liberty and justice for all
In India. A woman President, a Sikh Prime Minister, an Italian born
head of the most powerful political party, three Muslim Presidents in
the past, countless women CEOs, Chief Ministers and Governors, rags
to billionaires like Sunil Mittal, Azim Premji, the Ambanis and more.
Yes, a lot of us are very lucky that we have had the wonderful
opportunity to have lived in these two wonderful countries.
Let us raise a toast to the USA on its 235th birthday with…

2. Sweet and Salty Nimbu Pani Soda
Makes about 48 Ounces
Preparation time:10 mins.
Ingredients:
4 lemons
4 cups water
10 tablespoons sugar
½ teaspoon salt
Ice as needed
1 cup soda
For garnish:
Mint leaves or sprigs (optional)
1 lemon sliced into rings
(optional)
Method:
Squeeze lemons.
Mix water, sugar, salt and lemon juice and stir till
sugar and salt are dissolved.
Add ice in tall glasses and pour lemonade mix
making sure there is room to add soda.
Add soda.
Garnish with 2-3 mint leaves and lemon rings as shown.

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