Article By: Megan Stremick
For so many families the Fourth of July is a time to make big plans, and my family is no exception. From the time that I can remember the Fourth of July has been a day filled with friends and family, food, swimming, food, games, more food, and of course fire works. As a kid it was always the highlight of the evening when amidst the red, white and blue themed desserts we were all handed sparklers, given the standard warnings; hold it at an arms length from your face, this goes for everyone else’ face as well, and don’t let it touch anything or anyone. Then there were the big fireworks. This is the time of night when everyone gathers together, kids and adults, and watches the master of ceremonies, my dad, try to put on a fireworks show without lighting himself on fire.
These days we celebrate the Fourth of July just like we did as kids only now I have joined the ranks of the adults and my husband and I delight in watching the kids play, and join in the laughter as we watch the new master of ceremonies, my brother, as he puts on the fireworks show.
Whether it’s having an all day and night affair with friends and family at a backyard BBQ or taking the family on a camping trip for the long weekend it’s all about having fun. How are you going to ensure that you and your family have a blast this weekend? Let us know on Facebook or Twitter, and have a safe and happy holiday.