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It was an exceedingly explosive night. The skies were lit up like a prairie fire on amphetamine.
Sorry.
My husband and two brothers always make a special trip to stock up on enough explosives to turn our backyard into an inferno.
It just so happens that this year, we were a bit distracted, and the whole holiday came around with no shrapnel or smoke to be found near our house (well, I take that back, my husband did dig out a few smaller fireworks to make a show for the kids, but nothing like the usual grandeur).
And with that, I have a few confessions to make.
First, since we didn’t have our own fireworks display this year, I think it’s safe to assume that these pictures weren’t from our house. If that’s what you’re thinking, then you’re right. These photos were taken on a trip to Chicago over Memorial Day… thus the worn out looks on our faces, from walking around all day, and the freezing cold we were experiencing that evening on Navy Pier.
Second, I haven’t taken a photo in two days, and before that it had been two days, and before that…. I could go on. Yes, it seems like I had been distracted by the consistent nausea I faced this past week and a half, and I didn’t think a photo of our porcelain seat sounded very inspiring. Thankfully, it looks like I may be coming out of that slum and facing new signs of life.
Smiling from outside the bathroom,
robin says
Fantastic shots! Fireworks are tough to shoot! (At least they are for me!)
Melinda says
Great shots…even if they weren’t from this past weekend.
So sorry you are experiencing “morning sickness.” I remember those days well. It’s what keeps me from having ten more kids : ) Hope you feel better soon!
Kelly says
those are great firework shots! i love the second one, those sparkly ones are my favorite! i’ve been to Navy Pier’s fireworks show once and it was outstanding!
sorry for your nausea! i hope you are on the upswing of things!
Corey~living and loving says
have I missed an announcement???? oh man…..I hope so. 🙂
sorry you aren’t feeling well though. hugs!
Pam says
Great shots.
Crystal Rae says
These are great pictures of fireworks, I like it. I think we need to make another trip soon, nd I’m GOING THIS TIME. LOL. I’m glad your nauseousness is subsiding. 😛
Briony says
wow! look at that face…hahahaha
i am glad you are starting to feel better 🙂
antoinette marie says
i’m sure in your heart you are facing your impending nausea with underlying joy and gratefulness and that it will all pass very, very soon! asher really liked these pics as he adores fireworks more than most! blessings…
[email protected] says
awesome pictures
traci says
hope you feel better.
Mighty M says
Love the pictures – hope you feel better soon!!
Gerri says
Hey, glad to hear you’re feeling better. These shots are great even if they were taken during a different holiday. lol
Tabitha (From Single to Married) says
wow, what fantastic shots! you almost make me wish I had gone to see the fireworks somewhere. almost…
Reluctant Housewife says
Great pictures!
G. says
amazing pictures of the fireworks!!
Jaina says
Such beautiful shots. I’m glad you’re starting to feel better…I hope you get all better soon!