Happy Independence Day

Until as late as two years ago, 4th of July independence celebration included a dazzling display of air force jets, a lot of fanfare and the grandiose fireworks display lasting for 2 to 3 days. Last year all this changed.

As housing prices began to tumble and job losses started to mount, cities have scaled down the 4th of July celebrations. In my locality, all that is left is the fireworks display. Complete with all the bells and whistle that can be expected from the 4th of July fireworks.

I have to say that the fireworks display has always been the climax of the celebrations especially after spending the afternoon barbecuing.

To everyone with the US who is reading this blog, happy 4th of July celebrations. Enjoy the Brats, hot dog's, hamburgers and what would independence day celebrations be without cotton candy.