Happy 4th!

As everyone knows, Independence Day is right around the corner. With that being said, I felt it was necessary to write a post entirely dedicated to the 4th and how some individuals with EP!C celebrate our country's 239th birthday.

We all celebrate a little differently and I was curious to listen to what others had to say about how they celebrate on this day. So, Brittany and I caught up with a few individuals here to see if they have any particular annual traditions to honor the 4th of July

 In my opinion, this is the one day of the year that's brings us all together most. Not just family, not just friends, but all of us as a country. I've always been a pretty outspoken guy. I like to meet new people. I remember when I was just just a little tyke waiting outside for the fireworks to begin. It took so long to get dark enough to start them, so to pass the time I always lit a sparkler and drove my wheelchair up to random people and asked them a question or two about how they celebrate or what they love most about the 4th

Yes, I've wanted to be a journalist for many years now, so this was my way of practicing I suppose. Anyway, whenever I brought up the topic of the 4th of July, I was surrounded by nothing but smiles. Everyone was very transparent with their family traditions. One individual told me they got to Six Flags every year to watch fireworks. Another told me they just hang out at home, have a barbecue and create their own firework display. 

The grand finale of the 4th is obviously the fireworks. That's what everyone waits for. My hope is that no one forgets what this day is about. The pyrotechnics are cool, but at the end of the day, we have to realize that we wouldn't even be watching those fireworks without the men and women who have fought or are fighting to keep us all safe. I live in the greatest country in the world and have the upmost respect for those who keep it that way. 

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