Independence Day obviously creates a buzz here in the states. It's also one of those rare times when the city is pretty much deserted, especially during the day. And it's hot here in July. REALLY hot. Since we were new to the holiday in 2012, we spent the day relaxing and enjoying a day off work in the sun, and then celebrated with friends on our roof, hoping to catch some fireworks. Unfortunately, we are based on the East River, on the fireworks are on the Hudson, so we didn't have much luck there, but it was such a fun and memorable evening anyway- and a great way to celebrate our first July 4th in the US.

We've recently heard that in 2014 the fireworks display is going to be held on our side! We're going to be reserving our spot on the roof bright and early this time- something tells us it's going to be a lot busier this year!