Well, it's that time of year again. Another year has come and gone to this particular noisy and awful month (sound-wise at least). Today I talk a bit about the history of Independence day and learned that silent fireworks actually do exist and they're just as expensive as the regular loud ones that traumatize people and animals this time of year. It was fun actually learning more about the history surrounding this day/event and maybe by next year (though I won't hold my breath) there will be more sensory-friendly fireworks popping about!

Have a wonderful holiday, stay safe, have a wonderful existence & see you later!

Resources:

July 4th History

Sons of Liberty

Why fireworks?

Thomas Jefferson & John Adams died on the same day

Italy Switches to Silent Fireworks (Not entirely silent but still...)

Noiseless Fireworks from Phantom Fireworks

5 Safer & Quieter Ways to Celebrate the 4th

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