So its the 4th July/Independence Day, to commemorate the creation of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, making themselves independent from the British. Seemed a bit weird celebrating it, but was a good reason to have a big party.
In the morning there was a huge parade of floats, cars, bands, dancers etc from 9am til about 10.30am. Unfortunately I missed the first 15 minutes but I enjoyed the rest. The parade included so much stuff like the armed forces, Ford cars, a giant flag, marching bands, the Oklahoma theme, baton twirlers. Took plenty of pictures but can only put a few up.
Had a few hours break to just write a couple of postcards before we all went to Melissa's flat. There we had some nice home cooked american food (ribs, burgers, sausages, potato salad, sugar cookies etc). All was absolutely filling and delicious.I had to go up for seconds! It was nice being relaxed and chatting with great company.
Later that evening, we went back to the campus to watch the firework display. I must say those were the best fireworks I have ever seen. Lasted about 1 hour, they shot up so many fireworks that it illuminated the sky. Especially the finale where they shot up so many fireworks that they brightened the sky with an explosion of colours. The bangs from some of the louder fireworks set off the alarms of nearby cars! With a great view of the fireworks it was a good evening. It was a great to end the 4th July and was glad to have experienced such an American tradition.
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