Independence Day Extravaganza

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 16:08:45 GMT

Well, maybe extravaganza is an exaggeration, but a good time was had by all. We invited our friends the Fires to come over and watch the fireworks with us. We live within walking distance of the sound (a small body of water between our island and the other islands) and every year we sit in our yard and watch the fireworks. They came over during the middle of the day because we were planning to throw some burgers and hot dogs on the grill. Thanks to them, burgers and dogs became burgers, dogs, chicken, potato salad, baked beans, chips, and dip. Nick made the potato salad, beans, and dip. He’s an awesome cook!

We all sat around laughing and enjoying the beautiful weather. The temperature was in the 80s but the breeze was so cool it felt like the 70s. The wind was just strong enough to keep the bugs away which is always nice. We spent about 5 hours eating, drinking, and being merry. The goofiness was infectious.

Around 8:30 the tourists and less fortunate locals started moving in. Every year swarms of people come walking, riding bikes, and driving cars to enjoy what we can sit in our yard and enjoy. I love it! The only disadvantage is the rudeness of the outsiders. They park in your yard ON THE GRASS! They block your driveway! And even when they see you sitting there, they don’t even bother to ask if it is okay. Fortunately we have a fence in front of the house and we always park a vehicle in the driveway. The picture on the right shows the first wave of people. They were on the verge of all types of collisions racing for spaces and the poor people that were walking had no idea of the danger they were in.

Despite all that mayhem I think this was the best July 4th we’ve had in a long time. We all have a lot to be thankful for. And one of them is the hard won freedom to sit in our yard with my friends and family in peace without worrying about the things that so many others around the world have to live with everyday. God bless America!

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Happy Independence Day!

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 15:59:07 GMT

Erica's Bible Study and Journal: Holidays

Independence Day Extravaganza

Happy Independence Day!