A huge “THANK YOU!” to all the people who made this day possible. Without the forefathers who sought to make this country great and all those who have followed after to continue our freedoms… THANK YOU!
For me, going to fireworks and large gatherings has become something that I cannot physically do anymore. As you know, walking is challenging enough and my Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) has a nerve component which makes some things more challenging as it progresses.
Loud noises, chaos, crowds, and the like associated with July 4th events cause me quite the discomfort and challenges enjoying the event. Since I haven’t been one who enjoys these events very much to start with, I don’t feel it is much loss.
However, it is something that you enjoy but the large events are a challenge for you, try to find a smaller event like in a small town or park. Maybe a neighborhood has a celebration you can enjoy. Or, do you have a friend with a deck or yard where you can sit and enjoy watching fireworks? When I was younger, my girlfriend who is now my wife, had an apartment where we could sit in her living room watching the fireworks show in Washington D.C.. Though we couldn’t see everything, like some of the ground displays, we saw quite a bit which made it fun. And, no crowds.
Be careful and safe as you celebrate today!
