You know those experiences in life that are stressful at the time but become something you laugh about later? This story is one of those…
So why is it so important that I fight the heat, the crowds, the traffic and the bugs, just to see something I’ve seen for decades? And why in the world did I feel a little guilty this year because I stayed home to watch them on TV? I had to do some soul searching to understand what REALLY is behind my love for fireworks.
Fast forward several decades to NY again when my daughter, Kelly, was living in the city! It had always been a dream of mine to be right on the water like those people you see on TV at the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular. (If you have that dream when you watch the show, let me share some information that might just help you enjoy your spot from the couch!) One year while visiting Kelly, we actually did it! We got down to the river early enough in the afternoon to claim our spot right next to the water. We had a picnic, played games, made friends, and watched the sun set. With great anticipation we waited for it to get dark enough for the fireworks to begin! As we were waiting, I realized I needed to find a bathroom. What we didn’t know was that once the area next to the water was filled with people, it was roped off and no one was allowed to get in or out! Yeah…no way to go to the bathroom! So I did a little mind over matter and convinced myself that I could hold it until after the fireworks. During the fireworks, I forgot all about the need for a bathroom and was feeling like this was one of the best decisions I had ever made! Most amazing fireworks show ever!
We finally made it to our stop and I painfully found an open diner on our walk home! Whew! Sweet relief! I still laugh every time I hear that lady in my head and will forever remember that as a moment when laughter turned a very stressful situation into something bearable, well... almost! Even though I said at the time, “I’ll never do that again!”, we actually did go back another year to watch the NYC Fireworks - on a river cruise! We had a front row spot on the water and watched the fireworks from the upper deck of the boat! Bathrooms were included! Now THAT was one of the best decisions I have ever made!!!!
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Ellen minges
7/8/2019 06:31:37 am
Marlowe you are so open in your sharing things that were were unmentionable in years gone by, I love it! Carol looks so much like your mom and I can see why you fell in love with Robby at first sight (maybe not first sight) but he does resemble your Pop in the lower part of his face jawline, cheeks and smile! Thanks for sharing! Oh yeah glad you made it!
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carol
7/8/2019 02:05:47 pm
Thanks for sharing a great story! There is nothing like family memories to warm a heart.
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Kelly
7/8/2019 04:46:16 pm
That was hilarious! “She done stripped down” 😂 Best fireworks ever and yes, Much better from the Boat! Nice to here the story about your Grandfather! Love u
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Sheila
7/8/2019 05:09:22 pm
That is a great story, so funny. I, too, love fireworks. I enjoy your music and stories. I love that you include photos of the people you speak of. Enjoy your summer.
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