Today is America's primo, el grande celebration, an occasion traditionally marked by pyrotechnics extravaganzas.
Some people are averse to the loud bangs of fireworks displays. Most dogs are. No need to plug your ears or hide under the bed! Here are some SILENT spectacular explosions of light and color, brought to you by Google image search. Happy birthday, USA!

Ooh! Ahh! (silent clapping)

Is this the Grand Finale?

No! They always fool you that way. THIS IS THE GRAND FINALE!

Whew. That was glorious. Now it's time to pick up our picnic blanket and collect our trash and head home for a night full of colorful dreams.