4th of July redux
5 July 2003, 11:52 AM

It was rainy all day yesterday so the city had to postpone the fireworks celebration. They're going to try again tonight. Even so, I got to see quite a few fireworks, as our neighbors set off a huge load of 'em. Gorgeous too!

Jeff also bought a a whole bunch of fireworks for his sister's wedding (coming up in two weeks). A *LOT* of fireworks. The guy who helped us carry 'em out to the car said, "Have a nice war!" Smartass.

I got to try a sparkler for the first time. Nifty cool!!! I'm kinda surprised these haven't yet caught on as something to sell next to the incense in pagan stores for circle gatherings etc. I *like* these things.

The rest of the day was kinda low key - lots of sleep, more unpacking, etc. I dropped off my sewing machine to get it fixed (hopefully) and cleaned. (The thread tension knob came off and won't stay back on!) I really would like that in working order soon - I want to start sewing curtains! I bought a few patterns (McCalls, on sale for 99 cents each) and oohed and ahhed over some more of the expensive decorator fabrics.

I also dropped by Hobby Lobby to check out their sales, and was totally overwhelmed by their new store. They'd expanded into the old Dollar Store next to them, nearly doubling their space and they've stocked up their shelves even more. Wow! I only bought a few silk flowers for my dining room, but I'll be back.