Holiday Essay Have you ever had to leave a party because your dad was fully ready to cause serious bodily harm? I have. Every year we would go to two Fourth of July parties; now we go to one. I think everyone who has celebrated the holiday has at least one memory of the time something went haywire during Independence Day. Lots of people party on the Fourth of July and things tend to go wrong every now and then but it does not usually stop people from partying. In our case it did hinder the festivities. What could have happened that was so bad that we quit going? This is the story of the time a drunk man shot fireworks at children. Fourth of July is a big holiday for many Americans. We celebrate the anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence from England in 1776. Most people celebrate by watching firework displays or setting of some themselves, if the weather and laws permit. America is a nation full of pyromaniacs. Who could blame us? Fire is fun. Fire is not the only fun thing about the Fourth though. Cookouts and parties are common, as is alcohol. Sometimes accidents happen when pyrotechnics and alcohol mix, such as: destroyed property, like a shirt catching an ember and having a hole burned through it, fires if the wind spends a spark dancing into a tree or some grass, missing fingers (do not hold firecrackers, I repeat do not hold firecrackers), and burns, sometimes, even if you do everything right, something could still go wrong. Some people find
The Fourth of July is a holiday that typically involves joyous events such as barbeques, family gatherings, and quality picnics. Additionally, it is a time that can draw those who have drifted apart closer once again. However, in the 19th century as the racial and social divide deepened, the effectiveness of this national holiday came into question. Although the Fourth of July was supposed to pull the nation closer, it actually inclined some to question their place in America. This was supposed to be a unification holiday that made the country stronger. Instead, the national holiday carved a deep divide between the various groups that made up the population at that time. Furthermore, in the 19th century the Fourth of July established division between groups, cultivated questions about America’s progress as a whole, and ingrained national confusion about the purpose of this holiday.
Today most people think of the Fourth of July as a holiday to celebrate freedom. However, in
Fireworks cracking and lighting up the sky, hot dogs cooking on the grill, and a cold drink in a red, white, and blue paper cup. It is the forth of July, Independence day, the day Americans put all of their worries to the side to celebrate the freedom of the country that they live in, America. Those who live in the USA may experience more freedom and comfort then those who live in other parts of the world. America is highly praised for their education, diverse crowds, and socially accepting everyone despite their race, religion, or special needs.
Not all families celebrate the Fourth of July the same, some people don’t even celebrate this day. Other people will have a dinner, have a party, or just watch the fireworks. Some people will do it to show that they respect what people had done for their freedom. People think and know
The painting “Holiday at Mentone” depicts a beach in Melbourne where people dressed in elaborate clothing are lounging and taking part in seaside activities. The painting appeals to the audience as it is a simplistic and vibrant painting that creates a sense radiance and contentment. The first things you tend to look at in the painting include the lady dressed in pastel pink convening on a beach chair, a white weathered foot bridge place right on the horizon, a well-dressed man in the right of the painting and a coastline that seems as if it stretches on endlessly. Although as you look into closer you recognise new details in the artwork. The woman reading a newspaper seems to be lost in her own world not even observing that her beach umbrella
Over the course of the past 239 years, celebrating the Declaration of Independence has become a boozy, bikini-clad, barbeque-filled party. And while there’s nothing wrong with celebrating your patriotism by spending a few hours in the sun and watching fireworks with friends and family, there is so much more to being an American that can be celebrated every day. We are Americans 365 days of the year, not just on the 4th of July, and it is our duty to remember this and to respect our nation, every day of the year. So how can each individual do his or her part to keep Patriotism of the 4th alive on the 5th and every day after that?
Americans have observed the Fourth of July since the 18th century, but only recently, in 1938, did it become a national holiday. It is a day that celebrates America’s freedom from Britain during the Revolutionary War.
July 4, 1776 marked a very special day. A day that holds the future for many. The day that reminds us year after year up to this day and beyond that we shall never forget. How special you may ask? July 4th is known as the 4th of July. We celebrate this day with fireworks, parades, cookouts, camping, vacations, and more. What are we celebrating? We are celebrating the day America became free. The day our founding fathers adopted the Declaration of Independence. The day that 13 colonies claimed their independence from Great Britain.
One remembers the incident because it was symbolic to them. Celebrating the 4th of July Holiday can be rightfully described as the quintessential example of symbolic interaction as a day that represents the?Declaration of Independence?and the birth of the United States of America as an independent nation even though the declaration was actually made on July 2, 1776 and the first draft of the Declaration of Independence was started in June 1776; however America remembers July 4 because that was the date that found its way on the Declaration of Independence and the date we remember.
Doc Holiday could be known as the most skillful gambler, the nerviest, fastest, and deadliest man with a six-shooter. John Henry Holiday was born on August 14, 1851 in Griffin, Georgia. His father was Henry Broughs, and mother Alice Jane Holiday. Their first child Martha Elenore, had died at six months of age on January 8, 1889. Holidays father was a druggist by trade and later became a wealthy planter, lawyer, and during the civil was he was a confederate Major.
Fireworks have been a symbol of America’s freedom ever since that Fourth of July in 1777. Something about the luminous streaks of light radiating from the sky mesmerizes Americans when they see it. There is no greater joy than to watch the red, white and blue stripes proclaiming to all, “America is free, and proud to be that way!” Now, however, that blood-tingling, heart-thrashing scenario is gone, stamped with a big red “X” by some bureaucrat. The eye-popping pyrotechnics are no more, all one has left to do on the Fourth of July is hold a stick burning at 2000°F. Sounds delightful, does it not? Why not talk some sense to the people of Illinois, especially
On every 4th of July my family always hosted a 4th of July party. All of my friends would always be out there and we would have tons of fun. 4th of July is when we gained our independence so whenever someone refers to red, white, and blue I always think of our flag.
One remembers the incident because it was symbolic to them. Celebrating the 4th of July Holiday can be rightfully described as the quintessential example of symbolic interaction as a day that represents the?Declaration of Independence?and the birth of the United States of America as an independent nation even though the declaration was actually made on July 2, 1776 and the first draft of the Declaration of Independence was started in June 1776; however America remembers July 4 because that was the date that found its way on the Declaration of Independence and the date we remember.
Fourth of July: the day the United States celebrates its independence. Invitations to a barbeque go out a week in advance, planning is important for this day. You need the right food, the right activities, the right people. Everyone takes part in bringing food, the more food the better the meal will be. Dinner consists of hamburgers, hotdogs, corn, everything you can think of at a barbeque. The cousins have a cornhole tournament while the aunts and uncles catch up on each others lives. The dogs run around the yard chasing a frisbee one of the cousins is throwing. People leave at 8 to spend the rest of the night with friends. They go to the nearest firework show and hang out. Bonfires are being held, children are playing with sparklers, music
Christmas is my favorite holiday of the year. I love seeing the shinny Christmas lights that decorates my street and the sound of fresh fallen snow on the ground. Christmas reminds me of family, the laughter and loved we shared, and the gifts we gave to each other. My house on Christmas became the center of my joy.