I finally went and ordered and eReader. I had been waiting for one with everything I was looking for: reasonable price, eInk, long battery life, and touch screen. Then I had to make sure I wouldn't go in to debt purchasing it.
I ordered it last night and now I am spending an inordinately excessive amount of time checking the shipping status! :-P
I am also preparing for my first 4th of July picnic (x2!). I'm having some friends over in the afternoon and my parents in the evening. Grilling out...good food...good fellowship.
But lots of work.
Since it is currently the hottest day of the summer so far I have decided to spend the day inside in the a/c (I'm turning it off tomorrow night--after the heatwave!) and pulling up the last of the carpet in my house. Hopefully.
But that will be after lunch.
Showing posts with label July 4. Show all posts
Showing posts with label July 4. Show all posts
Friday, July 1, 2011
Monday, July 7, 2008
The 4th Photos
On the 4th I had some friends over and we grilled brats and played some games. Then we headed out for fireworks.
We got there a little early . . .
Waiting . . . Playing UNO
We were right next to the Mississippi and once the ballpark lights turned on the mayflies came out. Two of the kids sitting next to us were trying to stomp them out.
The fireworks were really good -- it was about a half an hour show. I haven't become adept at photographing at night, moving object, or lights. :-)
We got there a little early . . .
Waiting . . . Playing UNOWe were right next to the Mississippi and once the ballpark lights turned on the mayflies came out. Two of the kids sitting next to us were trying to stomp them out.
The fireworks were really good -- it was about a half an hour show. I haven't become adept at photographing at night, moving object, or lights. :-)
Friday, July 4, 2008
Whoopsie . . .
I haven't been posting very well this week. I just realized about 5 minutes ago that I missed yesterday!
Anyway, Happy 4th! Make sure you check out this post before watching fireworks . . .
I have had a good day! I slept in until 10 am. I got up and cleaned my bathroom, living room, & dining room. (Maybe I'll get some photos up next week.) Then I made a salad and got out my grill.
I lounged around for a bit.
About 40 minutes ago I lit my charcoal . . . hopefully they will be ready to cook my brats soon!
I am having some friends over for brats and sparklers!
Anyway, Happy 4th! Make sure you check out this post before watching fireworks . . .
I have had a good day! I slept in until 10 am. I got up and cleaned my bathroom, living room, & dining room. (Maybe I'll get some photos up next week.) Then I made a salad and got out my grill.
I lounged around for a bit.
About 40 minutes ago I lit my charcoal . . . hopefully they will be ready to cook my brats soon!
I am having some friends over for brats and sparklers!
Wednesday, July 4, 2007
July 4th
This nation will remain the land of the freeonly so long as it is the home of the brave.
~Elmer Davis
Monday, July 2, 2007
I pledge allegiance . . .
Most of the weekend I have been thinking about the question I posed on Friday: what should the 4th of July mean to me? Here is my conclusion:
I think that the 4th should be a celebration of our past, present, and future. It should be a time to remember the actions of our forefathers -- both the declaring of independence and upholding that declaration. Both of which resulted in the American Revolution.
It should celebrate the freedom we have today. The freedom to speak, worship, assemble, and all the other freedoms we have because of the sacrifice Americans have made over the years to uphold the tenants of the Constitution.
It should be a time to evaluate the contributions we are making and can make in the future this country.
So picnics, fireworks, family are all great ways to celebrate this holiday. And I plan to take part in some of those ways, but I also plan to take some time to think about how I can contribute to the future.
I think that the 4th should be a celebration of our past, present, and future. It should be a time to remember the actions of our forefathers -- both the declaring of independence and upholding that declaration. Both of which resulted in the American Revolution.
It should celebrate the freedom we have today. The freedom to speak, worship, assemble, and all the other freedoms we have because of the sacrifice Americans have made over the years to uphold the tenants of the Constitution.
It should be a time to evaluate the contributions we are making and can make in the future this country.
So picnics, fireworks, family are all great ways to celebrate this holiday. And I plan to take part in some of those ways, but I also plan to take some time to think about how I can contribute to the future.
Friday, June 29, 2007
Independence Day
Next Wednesday is Independence Day. I was jolted to this reminder several minutes ago when one of my neighbors started letting off fireworks. Now I know what a pacemaker must feel like. A moment please . . . ahh, now my that my heart rate is slowing how about a little discourse on Independence Day. (Feel free to stop reading at any time . . . it is a free country!) Now for a little history -- I'm a little rusty so bear with me.
Independence Day began as a celebration in honor of the Colonies (now commonly referred to as the United States of America -- minus a few states) declaration that they were no longer a part of the nation of Great Britain. This declaration was made despite the fact that much of the colonial population was originally from or had near ancestors from Great Britain.
An interesting phenomenon when you think about it. Imagine if Iowa declared independence from the United States. (Although Iowa would need to be much wealthier in both resources and money -- but that is a tangent I will choose not to follow.)
It was originally celebrated in much the same manner as today: cannon salutes -- fireworks, state dinners -- cookouts, music, parades, etc.
It is the only holiday celebrating the United States.
I was thinking about that: a celebration of the United States.
What should that mean to me? What does that mean to me?
To be continued . . . on Monday.
Independence Day began as a celebration in honor of the Colonies (now commonly referred to as the United States of America -- minus a few states) declaration that they were no longer a part of the nation of Great Britain. This declaration was made despite the fact that much of the colonial population was originally from or had near ancestors from Great Britain.
An interesting phenomenon when you think about it. Imagine if Iowa declared independence from the United States. (Although Iowa would need to be much wealthier in both resources and money -- but that is a tangent I will choose not to follow.)
It was originally celebrated in much the same manner as today: cannon salutes -- fireworks, state dinners -- cookouts, music, parades, etc.
It is the only holiday celebrating the United States.
I was thinking about that: a celebration of the United States.
What should that mean to me? What does that mean to me?
To be continued . . . on Monday.
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