Every year at this time we look forward to picnics and happy times with friends and family enjoying food, drinks, and good company. Of course, let’s not forget the Fireworks.
When I lived in New York I went a few times to see the Macy’s Fireworks display in Midtown Manhattan. The show they put on is legendary. I loved listening to the cracking and booming of the pyrotechnics being launched out of boats over the East River, watching them sparkle as they soar overhead to explode with colors and shapes. The smell of the powder in the air, the bits of burnt paper falling from the sky. It stimulated all the senses.
After we enjoy our annual BBQ Brian and I are looking forward to watching the night sky light up here in North Carolina with amazing fireworks and, as we do, enjoy some of our own in our backyard too. Every year we buy an assortment and let our kids light them (yes, supervised, of course). They are far from the grand displays of professional pyrotechnic shows, but the kids get to make things explode, and I love sparkly things.
As much as we love the boom and crack of the fireworks, please remember that our furry loves may not. Some animals do fine and are not scared of loud noises, but if your furry family members are like mine, remember it is scary for them. Thankfully, all of our cats have preferred safe places in our house (our walk-in closet is pretty soundproof). I still plan to check on them and offer comfort if they are particularly scared. Additionally, we have a Feliway diffuser to help lessen the anxiety for our cats.
On the horizon is a pretty busy Summer for us. We’ve got trips planned so we can spend time with family and friends, activities with the kids, and staycations with local friends. We are taking a break for the next couple of weeks from Markets so we can have some family time. Have a great summer everyone.
