Fireworks

After stuffing ourselves with crab, bean salad, corn, green beans, and some homemade vanilla ice cream, we combined our fireworks arsenals and prepared to launch them from the sidewalk. We had a great time setting off our fireworks. There were at least four other groups in the neighborhood also setting off fireworks, so there was entertainment in every direction!

My Arsenal


Tom's Arsenal


All of us took turns lighting our combined fireworks horde. We started at dusk and kept going for nearly two hours! Here are some action shots of the kids with sparklers:

Elyse


Grace


Madeline


Some of the better looking fireworks we set off:

Glittering Fountain


Blazing Rebel


Rain of Fire


As spectacular as big city-wide professional fireworks shows are, buying a few of your own and lighting them off is a huge thrill!