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Post by karenlou on Jul 1, 2024 18:31:14 GMT
I am on call the night of the 4th....I too am hoping for no fireworks "accidents"
If you are going to play with fireworks...Don't be Drinking...and don't hold on to the damn thing!!!!
My DH's BD id the 5th, and on the 6th I am having a small gathering to celebrate....he'll smoke the ribs and brisket, I'll do the chicken wings and cole slaw..
Others will bring potato salad and tossed salad. I'll also do corn bread. AND Yes there will be cake!!!
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Jul 1, 2024 21:24:25 GMT
Enjoy, it may be our last to celebrate our freedom and independence from a King
(George)!!
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Post by papersilly on Jul 1, 2024 21:24:54 GMT
a bbq at our house on the 4th but bright and early on the 5th, DH and are are putting up wainscoting in one of the hallways. that's an all weekend project because we still have to pain and prime. it's going to be a hot weekend too.  . we may have to rethink those plans. but at least there is the bbq on the 4th. |
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Post by pilcas on Jul 1, 2024 21:30:14 GMT
I think I will read The Handmaid’s Tale.
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Post by kristi521 on Jul 2, 2024 12:30:56 GMT
We live on Lake Huron and host a very large party from July 3-7, topping off at 32 people in the 4th, of which 29 will be sleeping here. On the 4th we always have ribs and cheesy potatoes for dinner. The day will be spent at the lake, playing games, floating, boating, talking, and drinking. Oh wow. I used to live on Lake Huron for 20 years. Between Port Huron and Lexington. Now I live in Texas. Sorry Texas, no offense - but these are not real lakes. I miss Michigan. I live in Michigan and you are right. Once you have seen the Great Lakes, others pale in comparison! |
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Post by ScrapbookMyLife on Jul 2, 2024 13:11:04 GMT
I am off for three days (July 3-4-5), and plan on staying home in my pajamas and doing a lot of reading.
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Post by worrywart on Jul 2, 2024 13:23:24 GMT
We live on Lake Huron and host a very large party from July 3-7, topping off at 32 people in the 4th, of which 29 will be sleeping here. On the 4th we always have ribs and cheesy potatoes for dinner. The day will be spent at the lake, playing games, floating, boating, talking, and drinking. Oh wow. I used to live on Lake Huron for 20 years. Between Port Huron and Lexington. Now I live in Texas. Sorry Texas, no offense - but these are not real lakes. I miss Michigan. No apologies needed. I only think there are a couple (or a few?) natural lakes in Texas - almost all of them are man made. Also, it is even too hot to be at the lake right now for me!! |
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Post by 950nancy on Jul 2, 2024 18:21:16 GMT
Probably down the hill to watch the fireworks. We'll have a party on Saturday.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 4, 2024 17:08:00 GMT
Since the reversal of roe vs wade I haven’t been able to celebrate the 4th in the same way. I wasn’t feeling it despite having an in depth understanding of the meaning of the holiday and its significance to our country. I kept having this internal conflict about celebrations when I know our country isn’t free for everyone and hasn’t been in many ways preceding the decision.
So instead of going to parades etc. I’ve been volunteering on this day. People still live in shelters on holidays and many of the staff and services usually available to residents are unavailable due to the holiday. It’s my way of celebrating that lets me feel like I’m doing something good that aligns with my values.
I’m in no way knocking anyone that celebrates and I don’t consider myself unpatriotic. I think wanting true freedom is patriotic even if it’s idealistic. I also support anyone celebrating our country’s independence and hope you’re having a wonderful and fun day.
I wasn’t going to post but I truly do want everyone to have a happy holiday and I want anyone who may have mixed feelings despite loving their country to know it’s ok to celebrate in a way that honors who you are.
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Post by seaexplore on Jul 4, 2024 18:09:27 GMT
My 8 year old, living his best summer life at his friends house down the street, isn’t interested in fireworks so we will probably not go to the neighbors as planned since he hasn’t hung out with their kid in a few weeks. I’m thinking of running to get some sparklers and calling it good.
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Post by pantsonfire on Jul 4, 2024 18:24:07 GMT
Well after a stay at the hospital (ds) we aren't doing anything. He came down with Rhinovirus and it caused some not so pleasant GI issues. He is doing better but I came down with it and now dd is starting to not feel well. She got her infusion today (day late due to hospital stuff) so that should help a lot.
Going to ask dh to grab In n Out for dinner.
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Post by seaexplore on Jul 4, 2024 18:27:54 GMT
Well after a stay at the hospital (ds) we aren't doing anything. He came down with Rhinovirus and it caused some not so pleasant GI issues. He is doing better but I came down with it and now dd is starting to not feel well. She got her infusion today (day late due to hospital stuff) so that should help a lot. Going to ask dh to grab In n Out for dinner. Ugh! Good luck! |
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Post by smasonnc on Jul 4, 2024 18:32:07 GMT
It’s beastly hot today. We’re going to hang around the pool, cook out, and watch the fireworks from our patio. We’re across the river from where they shoot them off so we have a perfect view and can even see some from the next town over. I’m making Asian cole slaw —family favorite—and razzleberry cobbler with ice cream—red white and blue themed dessert.
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Post by mom on Jul 4, 2024 18:47:25 GMT
Well after a stay at the hospital (ds) we aren't doing anything. He came down with Rhinovirus and it caused some not so pleasant GI issues. He is doing better but I came down with it and now dd is starting to not feel well. She got her infusion today (day late due to hospital stuff) so that should help a lot. Going to ask dh to grab In n Out for dinner. Oh I am sorry. I hope you all are doing better soon! |
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Post by teacherlisa on Jul 4, 2024 21:30:14 GMT
This won’t be my best holiday ever but I am fine and free and thats a lot to celebrate. I will be working and then dealing w/ my new dog who hates fireworks  |
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Post by anaterra on Jul 4, 2024 21:39:47 GMT
We work in a manufacturing plant that "never closes" .... we do get Easter Thanksgiving and the plant is closed from Christmas eve until Jan 2...
But all other holidays... if your scheduled to work... then you work... unless you use vacation days...
Sooooo we work 4,5,6 n 7....
Its fine.... double overtime for today... plus holiday.... so big bucks for 1 day
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. we may have to rethink those plans. but at least there is the bbq on the 4th.
