Entry bubble Your 4th of July Photos

By: Joanne | July 07, 2009 | Category: Fun

About two weeks ago, we asked people to share their Independence Day photos with us by adding them to our group on Flickr. Since then, people from all over the world have shared over 200 photos!

We've had a lot of fun seeing how people celebrate our favorite day of the year with BBQs, swimming, fireworks, parades, and time with family and friends. Here is a selection of the many beautiful 4th of July photos people shared with us that capture the variety of ways that people celebrate our independence across the country.

Hope you had a great holiday!

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Untitled by Shawn Farrington

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Untitled by cebasham

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Happy 4th of July by John F Hark

Red, White, & Blue
Red, White, & Blue by <Bobby>

Budweiser Clydesdales
Budweiser Clydesdales by Tim Archibald

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Independence Day Parade by oplkids

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swirly by jasonsbytes

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Waterford VA July 4 2009 by NancyTylerPhotos

In the Spirit
In the Spirit by Mr. Saint Spaniel

Neto & BamBam on the 4th of July
BamBam on the 4th of July by erniejon

See more beautiful 4th of July photos shared on Flickr.

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Entry bubble Fireworks on the Fourth

By: Nicole | July 04, 2008 | Category: General

Fireworks and the FlagI have a confession to make. As a kid, I hated fireworks. I hated loud, sudden noises, even if they were accompanied by pretty colors in the night sky. I hated going to the Fourth of July celebrations with my parents, where inevitably I would end up under the picnic blanket, hiding from the scary kabooms overhead.

Apparently, I was on to something. Each year, there are more than 10,000 people treated for injuries related to fireworks, and half of them are under the age of 15. That’s not to say that you can’t enjoy fireworks on the Fourth, but use a bit of caution and follow basic safety tips. Also, know the laws in your state regarding the purchase and use of fireworks.

I am happy to say that as an adult I have come to enjoy an annual fireworks display. In fact, I was fascinated to learn just how those colorful explosions are created.

Check out USA.gov’s Fourth of July page for more information about the history and celebration of Independence Day, as well as fun related activities. I took the kids’ quiz and am chagrined to say that I didn’t score a perfect 10. Oh, well. I won’t let that bother me tomorrow as I’m soaking up the sun and enjoying the smoky smell of a good BBQ.

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