Independence Day

As a male, I have fond memories of growing up with July 4th being about family time and lighting things on fire. As for acknowledging what the holiday is supposed to be about, I had thought about hanging an American Flag over a John Kerry poster to make it clear what we do and do not support and celebrate, but that didn't happen.

Instead, we went down to a beach near by where we could enjoy fireworks set off be people around us, as well as two professional shows in Seattle. It was very nice, a contrast to two years ago when we hung out near the "war zone" next to an Indian fireworks stand where they sell the dangerous & insane stuff.