While staying in a hotel in Collinsville, Illinois, we learned that there was a special event occurring just up the road. The city was celebrating the beginning of summer (along with Memorial Day) with a live music event and fireworks. We, of course, didn't need to spend any money to attend, but we figured we could get a good view of the fireworks since we were so close. At 9:15 pm, we walked around the hotel, and the show soon began. It must have been one of the largest fireworks shows we've ever attended. | |
Here's what I wrote to accompany these pictures on social media: | On this Memorial Day, may we pause to consider the sacrifice of many of our American brothers and sisters for the cause of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Our celebration of life on this day is only possible because of many men and women who have been killed in service to our nation. |