Obviously we don’t celebrate Independence day here in the UK, though when we eventually kick out Tony Blair and all his cronies we very well might do, but that’s another matter entirely. Today is like any other in the UK. No fireworks, no stars and stripes, no hand on the heart songs, just a day like any other. Nonetheless I thought I’d wish all my American friends a happy 4th of July and share a few of my ‘Old Glory’ pictures with you.
I’ve celebrated some great Independence Day’s in the States. The best had to be in Boston at day long celebrations in the gardens of the city. A fly past, a massive and astounding firework display, a concert, and much more. It was a day when even I felt proud to be an American, and I’m not even an American!
Then there was last year. On the beaches of Oregon talking to the masses of people who had gathered to set off fireworks and drink beer. We had a beach front hotel and the night seemed to last forever, it was just great. I got a chance to chat with loads of people and was in my element just making all those random connections and soaking up the friendly atmosphere. The 4th of July is one of my favorite times to be in America. I wish we did something even half as good as that for April 23rd over here.
Wrote the following comment on Jul 4, 2006 at 11:33 am
Thanks Donna. I wish I was out there today, it’s always a great day to be in America. Regarding the comments on Reece’s blog I’m glad I got you thinking. That’s really all I am trying to do in exchanges like that.
I’m glad you liked the pictures. I’ve posted the above montage before, but I like it so I figured it was worth posting again today.
Wrote the following comment on Jul 4, 2006 at 11:23 am
Hi Simon, happy 4th of July to you! Great pictures as always. I have been checking in on the conversations on Reece’s Blog, very interesting – I must say, after weighing all of the talk – I would have to side with your comments. You have really gotten me thinking about the subject, you are very good at making people think. Love ya…Donna
Wrote the following comment on Jul 4, 2006 at 7:23 pm
Well you are more American than alot of people here…and I am proud to call you a friend. I was never into ‘patriotism” until after 9-11 and taking some college classes. We gripe about our country…but we really are lucky to have the freedoms we have. Have a great day…and I’ll drink a beer for ya.
Wrote the following comment on Jul 4, 2006 at 7:33 pm
Enjoy those freedoms while you can! ;-)
Wrote the following comment on Jul 4, 2006 at 7:37 pm
april 23 is my birthday, so now i have two things to celebrate on that day!
Wrote the following comment on Jul 5, 2006 at 4:01 am
happy 4th of July…I really enjoy reading your blog on xanga.=)
Wrote the following comment on Jul 5, 2006 at 6:07 am
our flag is so pretty.
Wrote the following comment on Jul 5, 2006 at 10:17 am
You know what Sommer you’re right. The American flag is a cool flag. It’s among my favorites, though I do like the Union flag (British flag) and the European flag too. But the Welsh flag is just way cool because it has a dragon on it.
Wrote the following comment on Jul 5, 2006 at 8:04 pm
Hey,us Americans know how to throw a party, lol! I blogged the other day about one of Detroit’s favortie July 4th traditions…