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Fireworks Display In Abilene [PHOTOS]
The Fireworks display was back in Abilene once again after a one year absence from the Fourth of July festivities – and, holy moly, did they ever come back.
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Patriotism Is Alive In The United States [VIDEO]
July 4, 2011 I have to say that some days I wonder if patriotism is alive or not. Just watching the news these days you would think all of our pride, liberties, freedoms and patriotism seem to be going away fast. However, once in awhile you run across something that just makes the hair on your arms stick up and almost bring tears to your eyes. That's what happened when I saw this video.
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Simple ‘Firecracker’ Salsa Recipe For The 4th
I love homemade salsa. I’ve experimented with several recipes and have a good handful of favorites. But when I just want a simple, quick, and delicious salsa, this recipe never lets me down. You can put it together and have it on the table in 10 minutes.
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4th Of July Hot Dog Eating Contest Winner [VIDEO]
July 4, 2011 It's the 4thof July and it's time for hot dogs, water melon and homemade ice cream, right? While I'm at it, I still don't understand the basis of a "food eating contest", in the past I've been asked to participate and very early on, I did participated in a few eating contests, but nothing like four-time champion Joey Chesnutt who defended his title as the "Champion Mustard Belt Hot Dog Eating Champion."
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Fun Craft Ideas For The Whole Family On July 4th [VIDEO]
July 2, 2011 If you have family coming to your house for the holiday and they have kids sometimes it's hard to keep the little ones entertained. There are some great (EASY) craft ideas online. I've found a couple that are super easy check them out.
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Temporary Lip Tattoos Help You Look Festive For The 4th [VIDEO]
July 2, 2011 So you want to look festive and cool for the 4th of July. You can go buy a cute outfit or shoes or maybe a new handbag. What about a temporary lip tattoo instead of lipstick. Check this out it's pretty cool.
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4th Of July Recipes [VIDEO]
July 1, 2011 Every year our company brings in the Taste of Home Cooking School. You learn some great recipes and they are more often than not very quick and easy recipes. They always have some creative ideas for the holidays and July 4th is no exception.
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The Biggest Fireworks Displays Across the Country
Forget about the dawn's early light, this Fourth of July is all about the rockets' red glare, the bombs bursting in air and maybe even a couple of spiders. Those are the ones that, well, look kind of like a spider, anyway.
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10 Adorable Kids Singing ‘The Star Spangled Banner’ [VIDEOS]
For a professional singer, there are few gaffes more embarrassing than flubbing a line from 'The Star Spangled Banner.' (Are you listening, Christina Aguilera?) But when these pint-sized patriots get caught up on the lyrics, well, it's just flat-out adorable. The more mess-ups, the merrier.
Just in time for the Fourth of July, here
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10 America-Themed Songs for the Fourth of July [VIDEOS]
American popular music has been around since before America even declared its independence. ‘Yankee Doodle,’ anyone? That classic was sung by Colonial American soldiers as early as The French and Indian War.
Since then, our country has established one of the richest musical traditions in the world. Many songs even deal with America itself, from ‘God Bless America’ to ‘God Bless the USA.’
Here’s a list of 10 to add to your Fourth of July playlist.
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Red White and Blue Recipes: How to Plan a Tasty Fourth of July
Our founding fathers weren’t messing around when they decided on red, white and blue. When it comes to planning a Fourth of July menu, neither should you. Three colors are more than enough to plan a five-star meal.
Below, check out some delicious recipes to help you celebrate our nation’s birthday in style.