These are gorgeous photos.  My friend Annie Brown had them posted on her facebook page. 

I am unsure if she herself took them.  But they are appropriate for today. 

Having lived in the DC area during the bicentennial (1976) and experiencing the

total mayhem of those July 4th fireworks in our Nation's Capital, these photos

give me great memories. 

July 4th ...

It's funny when you are surrounded by people

You take for granted their caring and love

Or maybe it is,

You never believe that you will find yourself alone

... 2011