The Fourth

I'm a fan of the big fireworks shows that are around, although I've never been to one in the Bay Area, so they seem like a midwest thing to me. However, I don't like waiting forever to get out of the parking lot at the big show, or dragging your lawn chairs and coolers and blankets for what seems like miles. Also, I don't think Shortie is quite up for the big boom that accompanies each of the spectacular displays. So, yay for fireworks that you can do in your front yard (legally!). Andy (with a little help from Thomas) was our pyrotechnician this year. He did a great job and only suffered a minor spark injury. And the baby didn't scream! All in all, it was a success. And finally, our little firecracker...