Didn't have to go far to see the fireworks this year...All these pics were taken while standing aboard SV Athena.
The noise was incredible as explosions also reflected off the nearby towering buildings. The fireworks were quite behind schedule, finally setting off at 11:15pm! They were suppose to go off at 9pm. I can't believe they actually set them off so late! most folks had gone home... disappointed kids and frustrated parents i'm sure.
While waiting perched on SV Athena's nak
ed boom (sails removed), it was interesting to watch the different sets of fireworks going off in different locations up and down across the river. Each residential area having their firework celebrations.
It was kinda cool to have the fire works in my backyard. Yet, at the same time, it is very bittersweet. Each year I can't help but think of all the trash that is forcefully injected into our environment. Particularly these barge showings where the trash goes directly into the water, no chance of being collected prior to environmental impact.boom.
