Lubbock has its own unique way of celebrating the 4th of July. The day typically begins with family gatherings in backyards, where people try to stay cool in the shade while setting up for grillin’ and chillin’ with the family.

Grilling and Family Fun

Grilling is a big part of the celebration, with the person manning the grill becoming the most important individual at the party. As the day goes on, people realize they are running out of ice, and a trip to the store is necessary. However, this trip often gets sidetracked, and the group returns with everything but ice.

Family fun is also a big part of the celebration, with kids running around and playing with water guns, while older adults take a break to rest their eyes. As the day comes to a close, it’s time to wrangle up all the lawn chairs and head home.

Fireworks and the Aftermath

The evening is filled with fireworks, whether it’s the official show or the neighborhood’s pyrotechnics. The celebration never seems to last long enough, and before you know it, it’s time to head home. The next day is spent recovering from the sunburn, sweat, and mosquito bites, with plenty of leftovers to eat and aloe vera to apply to the burns.

Original reporting: News/Talk 790 KFYO (Lubbock) — read the source article.