NFT: So what are your plans for this Independence Day weekend?

We go pretty much every year. Usually stay in Corolla but doing Duck this year.

fireworks.

In comment 12347587 Peter in Atl said:

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fireworks.

Are you cooking BBQ for all of them? I've never grilled/cooked for more than a dozen people, and it wasn't easy. I can just imagine the work you'll be putting in, but knowing your history with BBQ, I'm sure everyone will have a great time.

I'm considering some lengua tacos and maybe a brisket or two. My wife will make about 150 meatballs and then we'll do some side dishes like pasta salad, grilled vegetables, slaw, etc. guests will also bring some things as well.

In comment 12347590 RC02XX said:

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In comment 12347587 Peter in Atl said: Quote: fireworks. Are you cooking BBQ for all of them? I've never grilled/cooked for more than a dozen people, and it wasn't easy. I can just imagine the work you'll be putting in, but knowing your history with BBQ, I'm sure everyone will have a great time.

He's bringing in rotisserie chicken from Costco :)

to taunt those limey fucks.

first time taking kids (6&2).

Having some people over for non-beef burgers on the 5th- shrimp sliders from Emeril, a "McRib" from Jeff Mauro, Spicy turkey burger from Anne Burrell and Rosemary chicken burger from Giada.

So far the show is still on despite Dave Grohl's leg. All day show.

Foo Fighters
Buddy Guy
Gary Clark Jr.
Heart
Joan Jett
LL Cool J
Trombone Shorty

Special guests and jams have been promised. Rumors so far are Jimmy Page. Springsteen and James Taylor are lined up to play as guests.

Yeah it won't suck.

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Panama City Beach Fl for the week. Leave on Friday.

In comment 12347598 Peter in Atl said:

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I'm considering some lengua tacos and maybe a brisket or two. My wife will make about 150 meatballs and then we'll do some side dishes like pasta salad, grilled vegetables, slaw, etc. guests will also bring some things as well.

That sounds great. If I were to host that many people, it would be cater knowing how lazy and novice I am at grilling...ha!

In comment 12347602 RB^2 said:

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to taunt those limey fucks.

Make sure to bring a case of Earl Grey tea to throw at their faces.

I'll be out there by Thursday night... probably spend Friday in Greenport not worrying about cooking, then the weekend on the beach and/or helping the pops with the cooking. Shouldn't be more than a half-dozen of us for most of the weekend. I'm not in charge of the menu but my best guess is that the main proteins will be flank steaks, pork ribs, and various shellfish.

we are heading down to Berlin/Ocean City to visit my sister.

I assume there will be plenty of beer, bbq's and fireworks.

Brett is too

We've changed our work schedules up, and it will turn the 4th of July weekend into a 5 day weekend for me as a result.

None of you sent me an invite to anything.

Thanks, guys.

Jon did.

I'm there!

Driving up to LBI for the weekend. The family decided to rent a house for a week.

hike, bike, swim, and a camp fire.

In comment 12347610 BSP3076 said:

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first time taking kids (6&2).

You are a brave, brave, brave, brave, brave soul. Please check back in on Monday so we know you survived.

Visiting friends and doing a retirment recon to see how much I like (or don't like) the area for future reference.

In comment 12347768 Jon said:

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In comment 12347610 BSP3076 said: Quote: first time taking kids (6&2). You are a brave, brave, brave, brave, brave soul. Please check back in on Monday so we know you survived.

And this is a prime time to be surrounded by fat sweaty people riding those scooters around Disney. I bet Brett wants to visit Disney now.

In comment 12347768 Jon said:

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In comment 12347610 BSP3076 said: Quote: first time taking kids (6&2). You are a brave, brave, brave, brave, brave soul. Please check back in on Monday so we know you survived.

Wow......I would never go on a major holiday. I hope it works out for you and the kids!

In comment 12347610 BSP3076 said:

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first time taking kids (6&2).

Coworker is going there the same time as you

but may whatever God you pray to have mercy on your soul.

in a few years where I don't have anything planned. My office gave us the choice of having either Friday or Monday off and I chose Monday because Friday is going to be dead. I looked at the calendar and it looks like only 5 of us will be around on Friday so hopefully we can cut out early.

If the weather permits I might just spend it at the beach. If not I can always binge watch something.

Like a bat signal to Brett!

visit our daughter; our older daughter will meet us there w/ her husband in tow from LA; we'll take in the WWI museum, see a Royals game, hit Joe's Barbecue and afew other eateries, and relax.

In comment 12347796 RC02XX said:

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Like a bat signal to Brett!

As if there will be that much walking/standing room.

Won't be home till the 12th but I will check in. Hitting all the parks over the course of the week. Going that week cause of the extra day with holiday and we are using my aunt's timeshare that is right next to Disney.
We have been warned about how crowded it will be. I will be sure not to wear flip flops so my toes don't get crushed.

we are thinking of getting some. We bought some in SC a few years ago and that was fun. Usually a bunch of neighbors to into the next cul-de-sac a shoot stuff off. Hopefully it doesn't rain. Most 4ths since we've been down here it rains.

I want to get the LAST OF US.

In comment 12347813 BSP3076 said:

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Won't be home till the 12th but I will check in. Hitting all the parks over the course of the week. Going that week cause of the extra day with holiday and we are using my aunt's timeshare that is right next to Disney. We have been warned about how crowded it will be. I will be sure not to wear flip flops so my toes don't get crushed.

I'd make good use of the pool(s) ;). The first time I ever went was in July and swore I'd never return. Of course I did, but we now go at a slower time of year.

Taking my 3 year old daughter to see the wild ponies. She is beyond excited.

In comment 12347816 buford said:

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we are thinking of getting some. We bought some in SC a few years ago and that was fun. Usually a bunch of neighbors to into the next cul-de-sac a shoot stuff off. Hopefully it doesn't rain. Most 4ths since we've been down here it rains.

We did the whole fireworks in our cul-de-sac deal last year after spending the morning at our city's parade and the afternoon at our community pool (which was mostly empty, thankfully). I'm all about letting my four year old run around with sparklers, but my wife isn't having it. Even when I suggested we use the whole Solo cup trick to protect her hand, I got vetoed.

I never liked those conversations with law enforcement. I still made a run to TN to take advantage of deals. Next year, I will have to figure out something else to do on Mother's Day.

In comment 12347775 Boatie Warrant said:

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Visiting friends and doing a retirment recon to see how much I like (or don't like) the area for future reference.

You're going to love it. I plan to move there in the next couple years. It's where I want to be. I'd be surprised if you don't like it.

and then probably a quiet weeekend

in a small Latin American country.

In comment 12347888 asbasb said:

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and then probably a quiet weeekend

We just did Sesame Place at the beginning of June. If you haven't signed up for it, I highly recommend the meals with Elmo deal. While it's expensive for mediocre food (at best), the fact that your kid(s) will get more time with the characters will totally be worth it. With that being said, since school is out and this being a holiday weekend, I'm assuming that the place will be packed, which may make the meal deal not as fun.

When we went, I think the park was maybe at 30% capacity. Not only did my daughter get to spend a ton of time with the characters, but we also got to ride many of the ride multiple times (even the water park rides) with almost no wait. Speaking of the water park, many people I saw wore their swim suits to the park so that they could jump back and forth between the water park and the ride park. We were staying at the Sheraton a few minutes away, so we just did the ride park in the morning and the water park during the afternoon after grabbing lunch back at the hotel. Worked like a charm.

Good luck and enjoy the park!

In comment 12347796 RC02XX said:

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Like a bat signal to Brett!

That's quite a large amount of FUPA.

In comment 12347897 Reb8thVA said:

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in a small Latin American country.

Eh...that may be impressive during say Presidents Day weekend, but for Independence Day...you better be leading the way in overthrowing Putin or something...;)

That will be pure hell. Worse than Disney on a holiday. Seriously.

In comment 12347923 Crispino said:

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That will be pure hell. Worse than Disney on a holiday. Seriously.

What will be pure hell?

My cousin is getting married at 5pm on Friday. Worst time and date in the history of weddings. I'm working a half day but I work in PA, have to pick up my wife at home in NJ to make sure I'm at the wedding on time in DE otherwise my her mom who's also my Godmother will probably rip my head off and shit down my neck. If I survive, family BBQ the next day down there. Getting a hotel room so I don't have to drive up then back down.

To porn.

In comment 12348055 Pink Ranger said:

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To porn.

better than masturbating to Wilmer Flores ;)

In comment 12348032 sjnyfan said:

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My cousin is getting married at 5pm on Friday. Worst time and date in the history of weddings. I'm working a half day but I work in PA, have to pick up my wife at home in NJ to make sure I'm at the wedding on time in DE otherwise my her mom who's also my Godmother will probably rip my head off and shit down my neck. If I survive, family BBQ the next day down there. Getting a hotel room so I don't have to drive up then back down.

You may want to disown your cousin. Who the hell has a wedding on Friday, especially in the evening? Having said that, good luck!